Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Las Brisas Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (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 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Brisas 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
Las Brisas Elementary School's student population of 476 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Las Brisas 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 Las Brisas Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#191 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
18%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Brisas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Brisas Elementary School is ranked #191 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Las Brisas Elementary School often compared to?
Las Brisas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stetson Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% 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 Las Brisas Elementary School?
476 students attend Las Brisas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Las Brisas Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Las Brisas Elementary School?
Las Brisas Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Las Brisas Elementary School offer ?
Las Brisas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Las Brisas Elementary School part of?
Las Brisas Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Las Brisas Elementary School located?
Las Brisas Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 12 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
School Calendar
View the Las Brisas Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
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