Serving 548 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sequoya 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 84% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% 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-5
- Enrollment: 548 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoya 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
Sequoya Elementary School's student population of 548 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
548 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sequoya 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 Sequoya 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
#42 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
14%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoya Elementary School's ranking?
Sequoya Elementary School is ranked #42 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sequoya Elementary School?
548 students attend Sequoya Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sequoya Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sequoya Elementary School?
Sequoya Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sequoya Elementary School offer ?
Sequoya Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Sequoya Elementary School part of?
Sequoya Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sequoya Elementary School located?
Sequoya Elementary School is located in the Central Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 8 other public schools located in Central Scottsdale.
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