Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Superstition Springs Elementary 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 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Superstition Springs 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
Superstition Springs Elementary School's student population of 787 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Superstition Springs Elementary 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 Superstition Springs Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#265 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Superstition Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Superstition Springs Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Superstition Springs Elementary School?
787 students attend Superstition Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Superstition Springs Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Superstition Springs Elementary School?
Superstition Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Superstition Springs Elementary School offer ?
Superstition Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Superstition Springs Elementary School part of?
Superstition Springs Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
In what neighborhood is Superstition Springs Elementary School located?
Superstition Springs Elementary School is located in the Superstition Springs neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Superstition Springs.
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