Serving 446 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Colina 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 49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 446 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene De La Colina School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kyrene De La Colina School's student population of 446 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
446 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Colina 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 Kyrene De La Colina School is 0.79, 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
#583 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
29%
48%
Black
18%
6%
White
27%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Kyrene De La Colina School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Colina School is ranked #583 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Colina School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Colina Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene De La Esperanza 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 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Colina School?
446 students attend Kyrene De La Colina School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Kyrene De La Colina School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Colina School?
Kyrene De La Colina School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De La Colina School offer ?
Kyrene De La Colina School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kyrene De La Colina School part of?
Kyrene De La Colina School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Colina School located?
Kyrene De La Colina School is located in the Ahwatukee neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Ahwatukee.
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