Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School is 0.74, 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
#620 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
35%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School is ranked #620 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Monte Vista School, Kyrene De La Sierra 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 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School?
428 students attend Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School?
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary 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 Estrella Elementary School offer ?
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School part of?
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School located?
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School is located in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other public schools located in Ahwatukee Foothills Village.
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