Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Sierra 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene De La Sierra 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
Kyrene De La Sierra School's student population of 518 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Sierra School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De La Sierra School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#53 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
29%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
50%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene De La Sierra School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Sierra School is ranked #53 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Sierra School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Sierra Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Monte Vista School, Kyrene De Los Cerritos 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 34% AZ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Sierra School?
518 students attend Kyrene De La Sierra School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Kyrene De La Sierra School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Sierra School?
Kyrene De La Sierra School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De La Sierra School offer ?
Kyrene De La Sierra School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene De La Sierra School part of?
Kyrene De La Sierra School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Sierra School located?
Kyrene De La Sierra School is located in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other public schools located in Ahwatukee Foothills Village.
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