Serving 710 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Senita Valley 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 83% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 710 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Senita Valley 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
Diversity
School Overview
Senita Valley Elementary School's student population of 710 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
710 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Senita Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Senita Valley Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#28 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
36%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
46%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Senita Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Senita Valley Elementary School is ranked #28 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Senita Valley Elementary School often compared to?
Senita Valley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School, Tanque Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Senita Valley Elementary School?
710 students attend Senita Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Senita Valley Elementary School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Senita Valley Elementary School?
Senita Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Senita Valley Elementary School offer ?
Senita Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Senita Valley Elementary School part of?
Senita Valley Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) School District.
In what neighborhood is Senita Valley Elementary School located?
Senita Valley Elementary School is located in the Mesquite Ranch neighborhood of Vail, AZ.
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