Serving 899 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sierra Verde Steam Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Verde Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Sierra Verde Steam Academy's student population of 899 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sierra Verde Steam Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sierra Verde Steam Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#82 out of 1854 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
19%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Verde Steam Academy's ranking?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy is ranked #82 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sierra Verde Steam Academy often compared to?
Sierra Verde Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Legend Springs Elementary School, Stetson Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sierra Verde Steam Academy?
899 students attend Sierra Verde Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Sierra Verde Steam Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sierra Verde Steam Academy?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sierra Verde Steam Academy offer ?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sierra Verde Steam Academy part of?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sierra Verde Steam Academy located?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy is located in the Arrowhead Ranch neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Arrowhead Ranch.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School-- Half Day Release
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
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