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West Sedona Elementary School

Elementary School · Sedona-Oak Creek JUSD #9 (4467)

570 POSSE GROUND RD, Sedona, AZ 86336

Enrollment

256

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,361 of 2,006

In Sedona

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Sedona-Oak Creek JUSD #9 (4467)

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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West Sedona Elementary School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Sedona · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About West Sedona Elementary School

West Sedona Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sedona, AZ, part of Sedona-Oak Creek JUSD #9 (4467). West Sedona Elementary School serves approximately 256 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. West Sedona Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,361 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for West Sedona Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at West Sedona 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.93 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,680
Chronic Absenteeism46.1%

West Sedona Elementary School — Students at West Sedona Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.1% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.2% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How West Sedona Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
32th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.1%

Location

570 POSSE GROUND RD, Sedona, AZ 86336

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Sedona Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sedona Charter School (rated 6.8/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Oak Creek Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 11.3 miles away, in nearby Cornville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Liberty Leadership Academy (rated 6.6/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Cottonwood), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sedona, see our Sedona schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Sedona Charter School Sedona 2.1 mi 6.8
VACTE - Yavapai College Sedona Center Sedona 2.9 mi
VACTE - Sedona-Oak Creek Joint Unified School District Sedona 3.1 mi
Sedona Red Rock Junior/Senior High School Sedona 3.1 mi 4.8
Red Rock Academy Sedona 3.1 mi
VERDE VALLEY SCHOOL Sedona 4.7 mi 9.1
Oak Creek Elementary School Cornville 11.3 mi 6.8
Desert Star Community School Cornville 12.2 mi 5.2
SOUTHWESTERN ACADEMY Rimrock 14.4 mi 9.1
Beaver Creek School Rimrock 15.0 mi 6.1
SEDONA SKY ACADEMY Rimrock 17.1 mi
VACTE - Valley Academy for Career and Technology Education Cottonwood 15.6 mi
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood Cottonwood 15.7 mi 6.2
Liberty Leadership Academy Cottonwood 16.0 mi 6.6
Mingus Union High School Cottonwood 16.5 mi 5.2
Mingus Online Academy Cottonwood 16.5 mi
Mountain View Preparatory School Cottonwood 16.9 mi 4.7
Cottonwood Community School Cottonwood 16.3 mi 6.6
RISE RESOURCE CENTER Cottonwood 16.3 mi 4.0
Cottonwood Education Services Cottonwood 16.4 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86336 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,000

Median Home Value

$705,300

Median Rent

$1,456/mo

Population

11,223

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

59.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Sedona Elementary School

What grades does West Sedona Elementary School serve?

West Sedona Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend West Sedona Elementary School?

West Sedona Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 256 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Sedona Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Sedona Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Sedona Elementary School rank in AZ?

West Sedona Elementary School ranks #1,361 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is West Sedona Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Sedona Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 West Sedona Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Sedona Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is West Sedona Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West Sedona Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
17 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
256
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Yavapai County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.1%

District

Sedona-Oak Creek JUSD #9 (4467)
District Enrollment
713
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,680
District Rank
#1 of 2

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