Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kyrene De Las Manitas School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene De Las Manitas School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Kyrene De Las Manitas School's student population of 440 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene De Las Manitas School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De Las Manitas School is 0.76, 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
#911 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
37%
48%
Black
12%
6%
White
29%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
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 Kyrene De Las Manitas School's ranking?
Kyrene De Las Manitas School is ranked #911 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De Las Manitas School?
440 students attend Kyrene De Las Manitas School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Kyrene De Las Manitas School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene De Las Manitas School?
Kyrene De Las Manitas School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De Las Manitas School offer ?
Kyrene De Las Manitas School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Kyrene De Las Manitas School part of?
Kyrene De Las Manitas School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De Las Manitas School located?
Kyrene De Las Manitas School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
School Reviews
5 6/10/2017
My kid went to preschool and Ms.Wendy was a blessing! I have seen my daughter blossom under her care!
5 12/23/2007
This school is fun! Most of the teachers are nice and do a good job, and I have luckily never gotten a mean one!!! But really there aren't mean ones, and anyway they all do a very good job of teaching their kids what they need to know!!!
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