Serving 564 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Corte Sierra Elementary 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 50% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Corte Sierra Elementary School serves the eastern part of Litchfield Park, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 1.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corte Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Corte Sierra Elementary School's student population of 564 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to provide a healthy, safe and encouraging environment for our students, staff and community to learn and grow.
School Rankings
Corte Sierra Elementary 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 Corte Sierra Elementary School 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
#372 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)
50%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
55%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Corte Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Corte Sierra Elementary School often compared to?
Corte Sierra Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dreaming Summit Elementary School, Legacy Traditional School - Avondale 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 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School?
564 students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Corte Sierra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Corte Sierra Elementary School?
Corte Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Corte Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Corte Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corte Sierra Elementary School part of?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281).
In what neighborhood is Corte Sierra Elementary School located?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is located in the Corte Sierra neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ.
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