Serving 893 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vista Del Sur Accelerated 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 74% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 893 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Vista del Sur Accelerated's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Laveen, AZ, covering approximately 28.1 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Del Sur Accelerated 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
Vista Del Sur Accelerated's student population of 893 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
893 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Vista del Sur is an A+ School of Excellence
School Rankings
Vista Del Sur Accelerated 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 Vista Del Sur Accelerated is 0.71, which is more 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
#37 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
47%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
17%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Vista Del Sur Accelerated's ranking?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated is ranked #37 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Vista Del Sur Accelerated often compared to?
Vista Del Sur Acceleratedis 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?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Sur Accelerated?
893 students attend Vista Del Sur Accelerated.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Vista Del Sur Accelerated students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vista Del Sur Accelerated?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vista Del Sur Accelerated offer ?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vista Del Sur Accelerated part of?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated is part of Laveen Elementary District (4276).
In what neighborhood is Vista Del Sur Accelerated located?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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