Serving 560 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Corte Sierra Elementary 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 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corte Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Corte Sierra Elementary School's student population of 560 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corte Sierra Elementary 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 Corte Sierra Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#574 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
52%
47%
Black
10%
6%
White
28%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Corte Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is ranked #574 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School?
560 students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Corte Sierra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corte Sierra Elementary School?
Corte Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Corte Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Corte Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Corte Sierra Elementary School part of?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
In what neighborhood is Corte Sierra Elementary School located?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is located in the Corte Sierra neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ.
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