Serving 425 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C I Waggoner School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 425 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C I Waggoner School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
C I Waggoner School's student population of 425 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
425 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
C I Waggoner School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C I Waggoner School is 0.68, 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
#414 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1

American Indian
3%
5%

Asian
3%
3%

Hispanic
31%
48%

Black
7%
6%

White
46%
34%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C I Waggoner School's ranking?
C I Waggoner School is ranked #414 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are C I Waggoner School often compared to?
C I Waggoner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Del Cielo School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend C I Waggoner School?
425 students attend C I Waggoner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of C I Waggoner School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C I Waggoner School?
C I Waggoner School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does C I Waggoner School offer ?
C I Waggoner School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is C I Waggoner School part of?
C I Waggoner School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is C I Waggoner School located?
C I Waggoner School is located in the Sandahl neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandahl.
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