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Alhambra Elementary District (4280)

Arizona · Public School District
17
Schools
10,157
Students
$13,717
Per-Pupil Spend
≈ nat'l avg
78.3%
Free Lunch Rate
+26pp vs nat'l
—
Graduation Rate
District Overview

Alhambra Elementary District (4280) is a public school district in Arizona serving 10,157 students across 17 schools. It includes 13 elementary, 3 middle schools. Per-pupil spending of $13,717 is near the national average for a US public school district. 78% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 36/100.

⇄ Compare with another district
All Schools (17)
Middle Schools3 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Choice Learning Academy06–08450
Granada Elementary School-East Campus04–08783
Sevilla Elementary School-West Campus05–08667
Other School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
Alhambra Preschool AcademyPK–PK179
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$13,717Near national avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
43%
21%
State
42.7%
Local (property tax)
20.7%
Federal
36.6%

Funding is shared between state (43%) and local sources (21%), with notable federal support (37%).

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
17
Schools
10,157
Students
78%
Free Lunch
$14K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate—
Opportunity Score36/100
StateArizona →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Range of school options
With 17 schools, families have meaningful choice across programs and grade levels.
High economic need in community
78% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — above the national rate of 52.2% — reflecting broader economic challenges.
Heavy reliance on federal aid
37% of revenue comes from federal sources. High federal reliance typically signals a limited local tax base or high concentration of low-income families.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Alhambra Elementary District (4280)?
Alhambra Elementary District (4280) has 17 public schools, serving a total of 10,157 students.
How much does Alhambra Elementary District (4280) spend per student?
Alhambra Elementary District (4280) spends $13,717 per pupil — 4% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Alhambra Elementary District (4280)?
78% of students in Alhambra Elementary District (4280) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Alhambra Elementary District (4280)?
No, Alhambra Elementary District (4280) does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Alhambra Elementary District (4280) serve?
Alhambra Elementary District (4280) serves grades PK through 8, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Alhambra Elementary District (4280)?
The median opportunity score across schools in Alhambra Elementary District (4280) is 36/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.