Serving 417 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C I Waggoner School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: C I Waggoner School serves the northeast part of Tempe, AZ, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C I Waggoner School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
C I Waggoner School's student population of 417 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
C I Waggoner School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C I Waggoner School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#331 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C I Waggoner School's ranking?
C I Waggoner School is ranked #331 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are C I Waggoner School often compared to?
C I Waggoner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Del Cielo School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend C I Waggoner School?
417 students attend C I Waggoner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of C I Waggoner School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C I Waggoner School?
C I Waggoner School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does C I Waggoner School offer ?
C I Waggoner School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C I Waggoner School part of?
C I Waggoner School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
In what neighborhood is C I Waggoner School located?
C I Waggoner School is located in the Sandahl neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandahl.
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