Serving 1,114 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 1,114 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faith Mather Sossaman 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
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School's student population of 1,114 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
1,114 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#135 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School's ranking?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School often compared to?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary School, Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School?
1,114 students attend Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School offer ?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School part of?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245) School District.
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