Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene Del Cielo School ranks in the top 10% 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 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene Del Cielo School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kyrene Del Cielo School's student population of 658 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene Del Cielo School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene Del Cielo 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
#98 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
23%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
53%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Del Cielo School's ranking?
Kyrene Del Cielo School is ranked #98 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene Del Cielo School often compared to?
Kyrene Del Cielo Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C I Waggoner School, Kyrene De La Mirada School, Kyrene De Las Brisas School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene Del Cielo School?
658 students attend Kyrene Del Cielo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Kyrene Del Cielo School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene Del Cielo School?
Kyrene Del Cielo School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene Del Cielo School offer ?
Kyrene Del Cielo School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene Del Cielo School part of?
Kyrene Del Cielo School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene Del Cielo School located?
Kyrene Del Cielo School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
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