Santa Cruz Elementary District (4459)

Located at 7 Duquesne Road in Nogales, Arizona, the Santa Cruz Elementary District operates as an active, traditional public school district dedicated to serving students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Functioning as a single-campus public district rather than a charter or supervisory union component, it provides a stable and centered educational environment tailored to young learners. The district is situated within a rural fringe setting near the southern border, positioning it as an essential, community-oriented hub that serves the specific geographic and cultural needs of the Nogales area.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the district enrolled a focused student body of 131 children, reflecting the rich Hispanic heritage of the surrounding region. The district benefits from an exceptionally supportive staffing landscape relative to its size, employing 18.4 full-time equivalent teachers along with dedicated instructional aides and support staff, bringing total personnel to nearly 39 full-time equivalents. This small school environment yields a highly favorable student-to-teacher ratio, allowing educators to deliver individualized instruction across primary and middle school grade levels while preparing students for a successful transition into high school.