Serving 457 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Horseshoe Trails 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 76% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School's student population of 457 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
457 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 1854 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
11%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
80%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horseshoe Trails Elementary School's ranking?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is ranked #38 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Horseshoe Trails Elementary School often compared to?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lone Mountain Elementary School, Desert Sun Academy, Desert Willow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Horseshoe Trails Elementary School?
457 students attend Horseshoe Trails Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Horseshoe Trails Elementary School offer ?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Horseshoe Trails Elementary School part of?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Horseshoe Trails Elementary School located?
Horseshoe Trails Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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