Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher 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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School serves the southeast area of Litchfield Park, AZ, encompassing approximately 1.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes around 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School's student population of 482 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School is 0.54, 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
#603 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
34%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
American Indian
1%
5%
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Asian
2%
3%
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Hispanic
64%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
7%
6%
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White
21%
33%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
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Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School's ranking?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School is ranked #603 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School often compared to?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Verrado Elementary School, Scott L Libby Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School?
482 students attend Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School offer ?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School part of?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281).
In what neighborhood is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School located?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School is located in the Rancho Santa Fe neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Rancho Santa Fe.
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