Serving 932 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sierra Verde Steam Academy 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 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sierra Verde Elementary serves the southwest part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1 mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sierra Verde Steam Academy 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
Sierra Verde Steam Academy's student population of 932 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
932 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sierra Verde Steam Academy 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 Sierra Verde Steam Academy is 0.62, 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
#76 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
13%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sierra Verde Steam Academy's ranking?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy is ranked #76 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sierra Verde Steam Academy often compared to?
Sierra Verde Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Legend Springs Elementary School, Stetson Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sierra Verde Steam Academy?
932 students attend Sierra Verde Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Sierra Verde Steam Academy students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sierra Verde Steam Academy?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sierra Verde Steam Academy offer ?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sierra Verde Steam Academy part of?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Sierra Verde Steam Academy located?
Sierra Verde Steam Academy is located in the Arrowhead Ranch neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Arrowhead Ranch.
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