Serving 551 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Corte Sierra 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 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 551 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Corte Sierra Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Corte Sierra Elementary School's student population of 551 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
551 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Corte Sierra Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Corte Sierra 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
#372 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
53%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
26%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
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 Corte Sierra Elementary School's ranking?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is ranked #372 out of 1,921 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School?
551 students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Corte Sierra Elementary School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Corte Sierra Elementary School?
Corte Sierra Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Corte Sierra Elementary School offer ?
Corte Sierra Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Corte Sierra Elementary School part of?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
In what neighborhood is Corte Sierra Elementary School located?
Corte Sierra Elementary School is located in the Corte Sierra neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ.
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