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#19 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 1% in state

Sequoya Elementary School

Elementary School · Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

11808 N 64TH ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Enrollment

565

Student-Teacher

17.7:1

Score

9.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#19 of 2,006

In Scottsdale

#2 of 46

public schools

In district

#2 of 30

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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9.4/10

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About Sequoya Elementary School

Sequoya Elementary School is a public elementary school in Scottsdale, AZ, part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240). Sequoya Elementary School serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Sequoya Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #19 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Sequoya Elementary School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 9.4 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency84% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency73% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+30.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment8.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,306
Chronic Absenteeism14.2%

Sequoya Elementary School — Students at Sequoya Elementary School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
84%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
85%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
79%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
86%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
83%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
84%
ELA
73%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Sequoya Elementary School Compares

See how Sequoya Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.4/10
99th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11808 N 64TH ST, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sequoya Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Scottsdale Country Day School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Sonoran Sky Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Sandpiper Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Scottsdale, see our Scottsdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
BLESSED SACRAMENT PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Scottsdale 0.3 mi
RAINBOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL - CACTUS Scottsdale 0.4 mi
Cocopah Middle School Scottsdale 0.5 mi 8.2
CHAPARRAL CHRISTIA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS Scottsdale 0.8 mi
Desert Shadows Elementary School Scottsdale 1.0 mi 9.1
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Scottsdale 1.0 mi 6.6
Desert Shadows Middle School Scottsdale 1.1 mi 7.4
Chaparral High School Scottsdale 1.3 mi 7.7
Scottsdale Country Day School Scottsdale 1.3 mi 9.3
DESERT SKY MONTESSORI Scottsdale 1.3 mi
PARDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Scottsdale 1.4 mi 6.6
Sandpiper Elementary School Phoenix 1.6 mi 9.2
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 9.3
THUNDERBIRD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Scottsdale 1.7 mi 7.8
THUNDERBIRD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsdale 1.7 mi 6.0
Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School Phoenix 1.9 mi 8.4
Cherokee Elementary School Paradise Valley 2.1 mi 9.2
IGNITE LEARNING ACADEMY Scottsdale 1.9 mi 6.3
Horizon High School Scottsdale 2.4 mi 7.5
West-MEC - Horizon High School Scottsdale 2.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85254 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$120,885

Median Home Value

$701,900

Median Rent

$1,954/mo

Population

46,655

College Educated

60.3%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

45.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sequoya Elementary School

What grades does Sequoya Elementary School serve?

Sequoya Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Sequoya Elementary School?

Sequoya Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sequoya Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sequoya Elementary School is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sequoya Elementary School rank in AZ?

Sequoya Elementary School ranks #19 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Sequoya Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sequoya Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 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 Sequoya Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sequoya Elementary School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sequoya Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sequoya Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sequoya Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sequoya Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.2%

District

Scottsdale Unified District (4240)
District Enrollment
20,940
Schools in District
30
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,306
District Rank
#2 of 30

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