Serving 575 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 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sequoya Elementary School serves the west part of Scottsdale, AZ, covering an approximate area of 5 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive time of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sequoya Elementary School's student population of 575 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sequoya Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sequoya Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#49 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2003–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
Source: 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 #49 out of 1,921 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?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sequoya Elementary School?
575 students attend Sequoya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sequoya Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sequoya Elementary School?
Sequoya Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sequoya Elementary School offer ?
Sequoya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sequoya Elementary School part of?
Sequoya Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
In what neighborhood is Sequoya Elementary School located?
Sequoya Elementary School is located in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Scottsdale.
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