Serving 577 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sequoya Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoya 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
Sequoya Elementary School's student population of 577 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sequoya Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sequoya Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#22 out of 1854 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
13%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
75%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoya Elementary School's ranking?
Sequoya Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sequoya Elementary School?
577 students attend Sequoya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Sequoya Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sequoya Elementary School?
Sequoya Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sequoya Elementary School offer ?
Sequoya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sequoya Elementary School part of?
Sequoya Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day Student Classes - Early Release (All Grades Pre-K-12)
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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