Serving 180 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Little Red Schoolhouse ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Red Schoolhouse ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Little Red Schoolhouse's student population of 180 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
180 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Red Schoolhouse ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Red Schoolhouse is 0.04, 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
#373 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
98%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
29%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Red Schoolhouse's ranking?
Little Red Schoolhouse is ranked #373 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Little Red Schoolhouse?
180 students attend Little Red Schoolhouse.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Little Red Schoolhouse students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Red Schoolhouse?
Little Red Schoolhouse has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Little Red Schoolhouse offer ?
Little Red Schoolhouse offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Little Red Schoolhouse part of?
Little Red Schoolhouse is part of Santa Cruz Elementary District (4459) School District.
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