Serving 567 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sonoran Sky 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 84% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (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-6
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Sonoran Sky Elementary School serves the southeast part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 7.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sonoran Sky 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
Sonoran Sky Elementary School's student population of 567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
567 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sonoran Sky 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 Sonoran Sky 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
#26 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sonoran Sky Elementary School's ranking?
Sonoran Sky Elementary School is ranked #26 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sonoran Sky Elementary School often compared to?
Sonoran Sky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Advance U by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sonoran Sky Elementary School?
567 students attend Sonoran Sky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sonoran Sky Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% 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 Sonoran Sky Elementary School?
Sonoran Sky Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sonoran Sky Elementary School offer ?
Sonoran Sky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sonoran Sky Elementary School part of?
Sonoran Sky Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Sonoran Sky Elementary School located?
Sonoran Sky Elementary School is located in the North Scottsdale neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in North Scottsdale.
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