Average
#854 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 43% in state
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy
Elementary School · Florence Unified School District (4437)
PO BOX 2850, Florence, AZ 85132
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
742
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#854 of 2,006
In Florence
#3 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Florence Unified School District (4437)
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Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy
Elementary School in Florence · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is a public elementary school in Florence, AZ, part of Florence Unified School District (4437). Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy serves approximately 742 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #854 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy 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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Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy — Students at Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
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: 6.9/10.
How Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy Compares
See how Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy 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
PO BOX 2850, Florence, AZ 85132
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Queen Creek), which scores notably higher. Another option is Combs Traditional Academy (rated 7.4/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Tan Valley), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Legacy Traditional-San Tan (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Florence, see our Florence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85132 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,832
Median Home Value
$314,600
Median Rent
$1,268/mo
Population
38,809
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy
What grades does Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy serve?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 742 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy rank in AZ?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy ranks #854 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy a charter school?
No, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 742
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.1%
- Phone
- (480) 987-7600
Resources & Links
District
Florence Unified School District (4437)- District Enrollment
- 8,952
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,483
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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