Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Horseshoe Trails Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#89 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
80%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
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 Horseshoe Trails Elementary School's ranking?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is ranked #89 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Horseshoe Trails Elementary School often compared to?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Mountain Elementary School, Desert Sun Academy, Desert Willow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Horseshoe Trails Elementary School?
416 students attend Horseshoe Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horseshoe Trails Elementary School offer ?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Horseshoe Trails Elementary School part of?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Horseshoe Trails Elementary School located?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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