Serving 371 students in grades 2-8, Kings Ridge 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Kings Ridge School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Phoenix, AZ, encompassing approximately 9.4 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kings Ridge School's student population of 371 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
A Private Education in a Public School Setting!
School Rankings
Kings Ridge 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 Kings Ridge School is 0.44, 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
#1478 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
73%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Royal Blue and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kings Ridge School's ranking?
Kings Ridge School is ranked #1478 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kings Ridge School?
371 students attend Kings Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Kings Ridge School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kings Ridge School?
Kings Ridge School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kings Ridge School offer ?
Kings Ridge School offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kings Ridge School part of?
Kings Ridge School is part of Riverside Elementary District (4257).
In what neighborhood is Kings Ridge School located?
Kings Ridge School is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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