Serving 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Esperanza Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (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 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 443 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Esperanza Elementary School serves the southern part of Phoenix, AZ, encompassing an area of approximately 15.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Esperanza Elementary School's student population of 443 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
443 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Esperanza Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Esperanza Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#1131 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
49%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Elementary School's ranking?
Esperanza Elementary School is ranked #1131 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Esperanza Elementary School often compared to?
Esperanza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Peak, Paseo Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% 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 Esperanza Elementary School?
443 students attend Esperanza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Esperanza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Esperanza Elementary School?
Esperanza Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Esperanza Elementary School offer ?
Esperanza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Esperanza Elementary School part of?
Esperanza Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Elementary School located?
Esperanza Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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