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#261 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 13% in state

Belen Soto Elementary School

Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield PK, AZ 85340

Enrollment

1,048

Student-Teacher

22.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#261 of 2,006

In district

#2 of 15

Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Belen Soto Elementary School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Litchfield PK · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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About Belen Soto Elementary School

Belen Soto Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield PK, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Belen Soto Elementary School serves approximately 1,048 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 22.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Belen Soto Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #261 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Belen Soto Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Belen Soto Elementary School runs 22.3:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

33% of students at Belen Soto Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,992
Chronic Absenteeism32.8%

Belen Soto Elementary School — Students at Belen Soto Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.3% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
53%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
53%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.

How Belen Soto Elementary School Compares

See how Belen Soto Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.8%

Location

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield PK, AZ 85340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Belen Soto Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Verrado Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), with a very similar rating. Another option is Scott L Libby Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C (rated 8.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Goodyear), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Litchfield PK, see our Litchfield PK schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Scott L Libby Elementary School Litchfield Park 1.5 mi 8.2
White Tanks Learning Center Litchfield Park 1.6 mi
West-MEC Canyon View High School Waddell 1.7 mi
Canyon View High School Waddell 1.7 mi 7.0
Verrado High School Buckeye 1.9 mi 6.7
West-MEC - Verrado High School Buckeye 1.9 mi
Verrado Elementary School Litchfield Park 2.8 mi 7.7
Verrado Middle School Litchfield Park 2.9 mi 6.7
Verrado Heritage Elementary School Litchfield Park 3.3 mi 8.3
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Verrado Way and I-10 Mesa 3.6 mi 5.1
Desert Thunder Goodyear 3.8 mi 7.3
Great Hearts Academies - Roosevelt Phoenix 4.1 mi 7.4
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear Buckeye 4.1 mi 6.8
Blue Horizons Elementary School Buckeye 4.2 mi 5.0
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills Buckeye 3.9 mi 8.0
Southwest Campus Buckeye 4.2 mi
Incito Schools Goodyear 4.2 mi 5.0
BUHSD Institute of Online Learning Buckeye 4.3 mi 4.9
Copper Trails Goodyear 4.5 mi 6.1
PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C Goodyear 4.3 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,193

Median Home Value

$499,700

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

38,873

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Belen Soto Elementary School

What grades does Belen Soto Elementary School serve?

Belen Soto Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Belen Soto Elementary School?

Belen Soto Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 1,048 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Belen Soto Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Belen Soto Elementary School is 22.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Belen Soto Elementary School rank in AZ?

Belen Soto Elementary School ranks #261 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Belen Soto Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Belen Soto Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Belen Soto Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Belen Soto Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Belen Soto Elementary School a charter school?

No, Belen Soto Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Belen Soto Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Belen Soto Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,048
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.8%

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