Average
#815 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 41% in state
Corte Sierra Elementary School
Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#815 of 2,006
In Litchfield Park
#11 of 18
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
Academic performance
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Corte Sierra Elementary School
Corte Sierra Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Corte Sierra Elementary School serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Corte Sierra Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #815 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Corte Sierra Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Corte Sierra 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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Corte Sierra Elementary School — Students at Corte Sierra Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
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: 6.4/10.
How Corte Sierra Elementary School Compares
See how Corte Sierra Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Corte Sierra Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Litchfield Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood 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 Corte Sierra Elementary School
What grades does Corte Sierra Elementary School serve?
Corte Sierra Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Corte Sierra Elementary School?
Corte Sierra Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Corte Sierra Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Corte Sierra Elementary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Corte Sierra Elementary School rank in AZ?
Corte Sierra Elementary School ranks #815 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Corte Sierra Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Corte Sierra Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Corte Sierra Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Corte Sierra Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Corte Sierra Elementary School a charter school?
No, Corte Sierra Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Corte Sierra Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Corte Sierra Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.0%
- Phone
- (623) 547-1000
Resources & Links
District
Litchfield Elementary District (4281)- District Enrollment
- 10,734
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,992
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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