Serving 98 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Valencia Newcomer 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 98 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valencia Newcomer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Valencia Newcomer School's student population of 98 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
98 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Valencia Newcomer School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valencia Newcomer School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1939 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
69%
47%
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Black
30%
6%
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White
n/a
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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![This chart displays the diversity score of Valencia Newcomer School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data. This chart displays the diversity score of Valencia Newcomer School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.](http://images1.publicschoolreview.com/charts/diversity_score/153000/152788/valencia-newcomer-school-chart-bkklWjp.png)
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valencia Newcomer School's ranking?
Valencia Newcomer School is ranked #1939 out of 1,956 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Valencia Newcomer School?
98 students attend Valencia Newcomer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Valencia Newcomer School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valencia Newcomer School?
Valencia Newcomer School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valencia Newcomer School offer ?
Valencia Newcomer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Valencia Newcomer School part of?
Valencia Newcomer School is part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280) School District.
In what neighborhood is Valencia Newcomer School located?
Valencia Newcomer School is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
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