Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Anasazi 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 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher 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 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anasazi 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
Anasazi Elementary School's student population of 442 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
442 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anasazi Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anasazi Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#79 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
12%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
69%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anasazi Elementary School's ranking?
Anasazi Elementary School is ranked #79 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Anasazi Elementary School often compared to?
Anasazi Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Canyon Elementary School, Cheyenne Traditional School, Laguna Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Anasazi Elementary School?
442 students attend Anasazi Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Anasazi Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anasazi Elementary School?
Anasazi Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Anasazi Elementary School offer ?
Anasazi Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Anasazi Elementary School part of?
Anasazi Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Anasazi Elementary School located?
Anasazi Elementary School is located in the North Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in North Scottsdale.
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