Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Esperanza Elementary 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 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Esperanza Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Esperanza Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Esperanza Elementary 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 Esperanza Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#1107 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
42%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
39%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Esperanza Elementary School's ranking?
Esperanza Elementary School is ranked #1107 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Esperanza Elementary School often compared to?
Esperanza Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vista Peak, Paseo Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Esperanza Elementary School?
499 students attend Esperanza Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Esperanza Elementary School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Esperanza Elementary School?
Esperanza Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Esperanza Elementary School offer ?
Esperanza Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Esperanza Elementary School part of?
Esperanza Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Esperanza Elementary School located?
Esperanza Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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