Serving 746 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Santa Fe Elementary 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 746 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Santa Fe Elementary School's student population of 746 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
746 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Santa Fe Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Fe Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#887 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Fe Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Fe Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Santa Fe Elementary School often compared to?
Santa Fe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ira A Murphy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Santa Fe Elementary School?
746 students attend Santa Fe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Santa Fe Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Santa Fe Elementary School?
Santa Fe Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Santa Fe Elementary School offer ?
Santa Fe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Santa Fe Elementary School part of?
Santa Fe Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Santa Fe Elementary School located?
Santa Fe Elementary School is located in the Sunset View neighborhood of Peoria, AZ.
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Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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