Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives

Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)

Arizona · Public School District
14
Schools
6,579
Students
$11,961
Per-Pupil Spend
-17% nat'l
68.6%
Free Lunch Rate
+16pp vs nat'l
—
Graduation Rate
District Overview

Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) is a public school district in Arizona serving 6,579 students across 14 schools. It includes 10 elementary, 3 middle schools. Per-pupil spending of $11,961 is below the national average for a US public school district. 69% 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 37/100.

⇄ Compare with another district
All Schools (14)
Middle Schools3 schools
SchoolGradesStudents
Cactus Middle School06–08779
Casa Grande Middle School06–08645
Villago Middle School06–08794
Other School1 school
SchoolGradesStudents
Early Childhood Learning CenterPK–PK156
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$11,961-17% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
50%
28%
State
49.5%
Local (property tax)
27.9%
Federal
22.6%

Funding is shared between state (50%) and local sources (28%), with notable federal support (23%).

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
14
Schools
6,579
Students
69%
Free Lunch
$12K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate—
Opportunity Score37/100
StateArizona →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Below-average per-pupil spending
At $11,961, spending is 17% below the national average — which can limit staffing and resources.
High economic need in community
69% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — above the national rate of 52.2% — reflecting broader economic challenges.
Heavy reliance on federal aid
23% 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 Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)?
Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) has 14 public schools, serving a total of 6,579 students.
How much does Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) spend per student?
Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) spends $11,961 per pupil — 17% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)?
69% of students in Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)?
No, Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) does not currently include any charter schools.
What grade levels does Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) serve?
Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) serves grades PK through 8, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)?
The median opportunity score across schools in Casa Grande Elementary District (4446) is 37/100. 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.