Serving 498 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 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
Kyrene De La Sierra School's student population of 498 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Sierra School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De La Sierra School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#51 out of 1854 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
20%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/15/2023
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene De La Sierra School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Sierra School is ranked #51 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Sierra School?
498 students attend Kyrene De La Sierra School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Kyrene De La Sierra School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Sierra School?
Kyrene De La Sierra School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than 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
What school district is Kyrene De La Sierra School part of?
Kyrene De La Sierra School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
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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