Serving 368 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Esperanza 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 38% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kyrene De La Esperanza School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Kyrene De La Esperanza School's student population of 368 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Kyrene De La Esperanza 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 Kyrene De La Esperanza School is 0.81, 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
#713 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
13%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
27%
49%
Black
18%
6%
White
24%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
14%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kyrene De La Esperanza School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Esperanza School is ranked #713 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Esperanza School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Esperanza Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene De La Colina School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Esperanza School?
368 students attend Kyrene De La Esperanza School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
27% of Kyrene De La Esperanza School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 14% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Esperanza School?
Kyrene De La Esperanza School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De La Esperanza School offer ?
Kyrene De La Esperanza School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene De La Esperanza School part of?
Kyrene De La Esperanza School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267).
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Esperanza School located?
Kyrene De La Esperanza School is located in the Ahwatukee Foothills Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 17 other public schools located in Ahwatukee Foothills Village.
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