Very Good
#572 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 29% in state
Bella Vista Elementary School
Elementary School · Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)
3555 E FRY BLVD, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
280
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#572 of 2,006
In Sierra Vista
#3 of 11
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)
Academic performance
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Bella Vista Elementary School
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About Bella Vista Elementary School
Bella Vista Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sierra Vista, AZ, part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175). Bella Vista Elementary School serves approximately 280 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bella Vista Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #572 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Bella Vista Elementary School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 6.2
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Bella Vista 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
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Bella Vista Elementary School — Students at Bella Vista Elementary School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.9/10.
How Bella Vista Elementary School Compares
See how Bella Vista Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3555 E FRY BLVD, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bella Vista Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. General Myer Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colonel Smith Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Huachuca Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Sierra Vista, see our Sierra Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,822
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
34,958
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bella Vista Elementary School
What grades does Bella Vista Elementary School serve?
Bella Vista Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Bella Vista Elementary School?
Bella Vista Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 280 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bella Vista Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bella Vista Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bella Vista Elementary School rank in AZ?
Bella Vista Elementary School ranks #572 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Bella Vista Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bella Vista Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Bella Vista Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bella Vista Elementary School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Bella Vista Elementary School a charter school?
No, Bella Vista Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bella Vista Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Bella Vista Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 280
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cochise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 67.5%
- Phone
- (520) 515-2940
Resources & Links
District
Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)- District Enrollment
- 4,461
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,745
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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