Very Good
#741 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 37% in state
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School
Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#741 of 2,006
In Litchfield Park
#10 of 18
public schools
In district
#9 of 15
Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School
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About Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #741 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Rancho Santa Fe 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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Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School — Students at Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below 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: 6.7/10.
How Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School Compares
See how Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - Avondale (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sun Valley Academy-Avondale (rated 6.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Corte Sierra Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 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 1.5 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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| ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary Phoenix, AZ | 7.0 |
| Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Goodyear, AZ | 7.0 |
| Cimarron Springs Middle School Surprise, AZ | 7.0 |
| David Crockett Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 7.0 |
| John B Wright Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 7.0 |
| Johnson Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School
What grades does Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School serve?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rancho Santa Fe 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 Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School rank in AZ?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School ranks #741 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rancho Santa Fe 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
- 579
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (623) 535-6500
Resources & Links
District
Litchfield Elementary District (4281)- District Enrollment
- 10,734
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,992
- District Rank
- #9 of 15
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