Laguna Elementary School in Scottsdale, AZ, serves 363 students from pre–kindergarten through grade 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 13:1, which is approximately equal to the state average ratio.
Math proficiency is between 60–64%, significantly higher than the Arizona state average of 34% and Scottsdale Unified District's 57%, though it declined from a peak of 85% in 2012 to current levels.
Reading proficiency stands at 55–59%, which is higher than the state average of 40% but below the district average of 61%, showing a downward trend from above 90% proficiency a decade ago.
Science proficiency is 35–39%, higher than the state average of 24% but below the district average of 38%.
Enrollment decreased sharply from 855 students in 2000 to 363 students in 2023, while free lunch eligibility increased to 10% in 2023 from near zero in early 2000s, indicating a shift in the socioeconomic composition of the student body.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Laguna Elementary School serves the eastern part of Scottsdale, AZ, encompassing an area of approximately 7.4 square miles. Most families can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laguna Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Laguna Elementary School's student population of 369 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laguna Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laguna Elementary School is 0.47, which is less 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
#236 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laguna Elementary School's ranking?
Laguna Elementary School is ranked #236 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Laguna Elementary School often compared to?
Laguna Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anasazi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Laguna Elementary School?
369 students attend Laguna Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Laguna Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laguna Elementary School?
Laguna Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laguna Elementary School offer ?
Laguna Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Laguna Elementary School part of?
Laguna Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Laguna Elementary School located?
Laguna Elementary School is located in the Scottsdale Ranch neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Even though Laguna is our home school, we toured all the other options. To date, we are very happy with Laguna and a great fit for our family. We like the community feel, the teachers, the respect of Dr. Root, the principal, as well as the academics. It is a nice blend of teaching kids as well as letting them grow thru experience, love and play.
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