Serving 852 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Santa Cruz Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Santa Cruz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Santa Cruz Elementary School's student population of 852 students has grown by 87% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 129% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
852 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Santa Cruz Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Santa Cruz Elementary School is 0.67, 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
#955 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
48%
Black
17%
6%
White
19%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Santa Cruz Elementary School's ranking?
Santa Cruz Elementary School is ranked #955 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Santa Cruz Elementary School often compared to?
Santa Cruz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Maricopa High School, Desert Wind Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Santa Cruz Elementary School?
852 students attend Santa Cruz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Santa Cruz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Santa Cruz Elementary School?
Santa Cruz Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Santa Cruz Elementary School offer ?
Santa Cruz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Santa Cruz Elementary School part of?
Santa Cruz Elementary School is part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441).
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