Serving 419 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Colina School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Kyrene de la Colina School serves the northern part of its district in Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.9 miles to the school from the zone's edge, and the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kyrene De La Colina School's student population of 419 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
419 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1888
School Calendar
School Motto
The Kyrene Promise: We promise to provide welcoming, inclusive learning environments.
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Colina School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De La Colina School is 0.79, which is more 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
#550 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
19%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene De La Colina School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Colina School is ranked #550 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Colina School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Colina Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene De Las Lomas School, Kyrene De La Esperanza School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Colina School?
419 students attend Kyrene De La Colina School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Kyrene De La Colina School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Colina School?
Kyrene De La Colina School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De La Colina School offer ?
Kyrene De La Colina School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene De La Colina School part of?
Kyrene De La Colina School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Colina School located?
Kyrene De La Colina School is located in the Ahwatukee neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Ahwatukee.
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