Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Silvestre S Herrera School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silvestre S Herrera School's student population of 449 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Silvestre S Herrera School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silvestre S Herrera School is 0.24, 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
#1363 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
87%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)65.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silvestre S Herrera School's ranking?
Silvestre S Herrera School is ranked #1363 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Silvestre S Herrera School?
449 students attend Silvestre S Herrera School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Silvestre S Herrera School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silvestre S Herrera School?
Silvestre S Herrera School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silvestre S Herrera School offer ?
Silvestre S Herrera School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Silvestre S Herrera School part of?
Silvestre S Herrera School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
In what neighborhood is Silvestre S Herrera School located?
Silvestre S Herrera School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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