Serving 728 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 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). 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 19:1 is higher 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Circle Cross Ranch K8 School serves the northwest part of Florence, AZ, covering an approximate area of 1.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy's student population of 728 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 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 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
42%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
43%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy's ranking?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is ranked #941 out of 1,921 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 Eloy Junior High School, Walker Butte Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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?
728 students attend Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than 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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