Serving 704 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Senita Valley 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 81% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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-8
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Senita Valley 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
Diversity
School Overview
Senita Valley Elementary School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Senita Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Senita Valley Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#28 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
34%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Senita Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Senita Valley Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Senita Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Senita Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School, Tanque Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Senita Valley Elementary School?
704 students attend Senita Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Senita Valley Elementary School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Senita Valley Elementary School?
Senita Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Senita Valley Elementary School offer ?
Senita Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Senita Valley Elementary School part of?
Senita Valley Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Senita Valley Elementary School located?
Senita Valley Elementary School is located in the Mesquite Ranch neighborhood of Vail, AZ.
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