Average
#816 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 41% in state
Santa Cruz Elementary School
Elementary School · Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
19845 N COSTA DEL SOL, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Enrollment
852
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
852
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#816 of 2,006
In Maricopa
#7 of 13
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
Academic growth
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Santa Cruz Elementary School
Santa Cruz Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maricopa, AZ, part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441). Santa Cruz Elementary School serves approximately 852 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Cruz Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #816 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Cruz Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Santa Cruz 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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Santa Cruz Elementary School — Students at Santa Cruz Elementary School score 32% 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: 7.1/10.
How Santa Cruz Elementary School Compares
See how Santa Cruz 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
19845 N COSTA DEL SOL, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Cruz Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pima Butte Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Butterfield Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 4.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Casa Blanca Community School (rated 7.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Bapchule), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maricopa, see our Maricopa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge | 2.3 mi | — |
| Desert Sunrise High School Maricopa | 2.3 mi | — |
| Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa | 3.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Saddleback Elementary School Maricopa | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert | 3.6 mi | 5.1 |
| A+ Charter Schools Maricopa | 3.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Pima Butte Elementary School Maricopa | 4.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Casa Blanca Community School Bapchule | 5.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Santa Rosa Elementary School Maricopa | 4.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Butterfield Elementary School Maricopa | 4.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa | 5.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Skyline D5 Peoria | 5.6 mi | 4.3 |
| CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa | 5.7 mi | — |
| Maricopa High School Maricopa | 5.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Maricopa Elementary School Maricopa | 5.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa | 6.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 12.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Sacaton Elementary Sacaton | 11.3 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,609
Median Home Value
$342,900
Median Rent
$1,919/mo
Population
52,342
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36
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| Biltmore Preparatory Academy Phoenix, AZ | 6.8 |
| Corte Sierra Elementary School Litchfield Park, AZ | 6.8 |
| Desert View Elementary Intermediate Page, AZ | 6.8 |
| El Mirage Elementary School El Mirage, AZ | 6.8 |
| Elvira Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.8 |
| James B Rolle School Yuma, AZ | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Cruz Elementary School
What grades does Santa Cruz Elementary School serve?
Santa Cruz Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Santa Cruz Elementary School?
Santa Cruz Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 852 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Cruz Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Cruz Elementary School rank in AZ?
Santa Cruz Elementary School ranks #816 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Santa Cruz Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Cruz 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 Santa Cruz Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Cruz Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Cruz Elementary School a charter school?
No, Santa Cruz Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Cruz Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Santa Cruz 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
- 852
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (520) 568-5170
Resources & Links
District
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)- District Enrollment
- 9,225
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,671
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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