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#1122 of 2,006 schools in AZ
San Tan Heights Elementary
Elementary School · Florence Unified School District (4437)
2500 W SAN TAN HEIGHTS BLVD, San Tan Valley, AZ 85142
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,122 of 2,006
In San Tan Valley
#5 of 7
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
Florence Unified School District (4437)
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About San Tan Heights Elementary
San Tan Heights Elementary is a public elementary school in San Tan Valley, AZ, part of Florence Unified School District (4437). San Tan Heights Elementary serves approximately 718 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. San Tan Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,122 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for San Tan Heights Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at San Tan Heights Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
45% of students at San Tan Heights Elementary 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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San Tan Heights Elementary — Students at San Tan Heights Elementary score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 7.3/10.
How San Tan Heights Elementary Compares
See how San Tan Heights Elementary 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
2500 W SAN TAN HEIGHTS BLVD, San Tan Valley, AZ 85142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering San Tan Heights Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Combs Traditional Academy (rated 7.4/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legacy Traditional-San Tan (rated 7.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Additionally, American Leadership Academy San Tan Valley K-6 (rated 7.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in San Tan Valley, see our San Tan Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,236
Median Home Value
$521,300
Median Rent
$2,092/mo
Population
87,201
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about San Tan Heights Elementary
What grades does San Tan Heights Elementary serve?
San Tan Heights Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend San Tan Heights Elementary?
San Tan Heights Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 718 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at San Tan Heights Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at San Tan Heights Elementary is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does San Tan Heights Elementary rank in AZ?
San Tan Heights Elementary ranks #1,122 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is San Tan Heights Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
San Tan Heights Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 San Tan Heights Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, San Tan Heights Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is San Tan Heights Elementary a charter school?
No, San Tan Heights Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is San Tan Heights Elementary a Title I school?
No, San Tan Heights Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 718
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.8%
- Phone
- (480) 888-7555
Resources & Links
District
Florence Unified School District (4437)- District Enrollment
- 8,952
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,483
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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