Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Mariposa School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene De La Mariposa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Kyrene De La Mariposa School's student population of 451 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Mariposa School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De La Mariposa School is 0.76, 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
#390 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene De La Mariposa School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School is ranked #390 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Mariposa School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Mariposa Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene De La Mirada School, Kyrene Del Cielo School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Mariposa School?
451 students attend Kyrene De La Mariposa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kyrene De La Mariposa School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Mariposa School?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De La Mariposa School offer ?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Kyrene De La Mariposa School part of?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Mariposa School located?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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