Serving 327 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Estrella Foothills Global 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella Foothills Global Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Estrella Foothills Global Academy's student population of 327 students has grown by 133% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Estrella Foothills Global Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella Foothills Global Academy is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#626 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
47%
Black
18%
6%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
29%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella Foothills Global Academy's ranking?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy is ranked #626 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Estrella Foothills Global Academy?
327 students attend Estrella Foothills Global Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Estrella Foothills Global Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Estrella Foothills Global Academy?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Foothills Global Academy offer ?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Estrella Foothills Global Academy part of?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy is part of Laveen Elementary District (4276) School District.
In what neighborhood is Estrella Foothills Global Academy located?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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