Very Good
#702 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 35% in state
Santa Rosa Elementary School
Elementary School · Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
21400 N SANTA ROSA DR, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
538
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#702 of 2,006
In Maricopa
#5 of 13
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Santa Rosa Elementary School
Santa Rosa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maricopa, AZ, part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441). Santa Rosa Elementary School serves approximately 538 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Santa Rosa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #702 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Santa Rosa Elementary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Santa Rosa 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 Rosa Elementary School — Students at Santa Rosa Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is above 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: 6.8/10.
How Santa Rosa Elementary School Compares
See how Santa Rosa 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
21400 N SANTA ROSA DR, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Santa Rosa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pima Butte Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Butterfield Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Casa Blanca Community School (rated 7.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Bapchule), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maricopa, see our Maricopa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pima Butte Elementary School Maricopa | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| Butterfield Elementary School Maricopa | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa | 1.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Saddleback Elementary School Maricopa | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa | 2.0 mi | — |
| Maricopa High School Maricopa | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| A+ Charter Schools Maricopa | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Maricopa Elementary School Maricopa | 2.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School Maricopa | 4.3 mi | 6.8 |
| Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa | 4.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Casa Blanca Community School Bapchule | 5.3 mi | 7.6 |
| CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge | 5.7 mi | — |
| Desert Sunrise High School Maricopa | 5.7 mi | — |
| Skyline D5 Peoria | 8.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 14.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Kyrene de la Estrella Elementary School Phoenix | 15.2 mi | 7.1 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Santa Rosa Elementary School
What grades does Santa Rosa Elementary School serve?
Santa Rosa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Santa Rosa Elementary School?
Santa Rosa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 538 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Santa Rosa Elementary School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Santa Rosa Elementary School rank in AZ?
Santa Rosa Elementary School ranks #702 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Santa Rosa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Santa Rosa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Rosa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Santa Rosa Elementary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Santa Rosa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Santa Rosa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Santa Rosa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Santa Rosa 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
- 538
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.7%
- Phone
- (520) 568-6150
Resources & Links
District
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)- District Enrollment
- 9,225
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,671
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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