Sonoran Science East serves 450 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Sonoran Science East placed in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoran Science East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Sonoran Science East's student population of 450 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
450 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Rankings
Sonoran Science East is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Sonoran Science East is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#666 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
32%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%

Asian
7%
3%

Hispanic
47%
47%

Black
4%
6%

White
35%
35%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
29%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
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 Sonoran Science East's ranking?
Sonoran Science East is ranked #666 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sonoran Science East often compared to?
Sonoran Science Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Tucson Primary, Math And Science Success Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoran Science East?
450 students attend Sonoran Science East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sonoran Science East students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What grades does Sonoran Science East offer ?
Sonoran Science East offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sonoran Science East part of?
Sonoran Science East is part of Daisy Education Corporation DBA Sonoran Science Ac (89915) School District.
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