Serving 742 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy's student population of 742 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is 0.64, which is less 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
#941 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
44%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy's ranking?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is ranked #941 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy often compared to?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Walker Butte K-8, Eloy Junior High School, Skyline Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy?
742 students attend Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy offer ?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy part of?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is part of Florence Unified School District (4437).
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