Serving 1,048 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Belen Soto Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,048 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belen Soto Elementary School's student population of 1,048 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,048 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Belen Soto Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Belen Soto Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#530 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
44%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
45%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Belen Soto Elementary School's ranking?
Belen Soto Elementary School is ranked #530 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Belen Soto Elementary School?
1,048 students attend Belen Soto Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Belen Soto Elementary School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Belen Soto Elementary School?
Belen Soto Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Belen Soto Elementary School offer ?
Belen Soto Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belen Soto Elementary School part of?
Belen Soto Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
In what neighborhood is Belen Soto Elementary School located?
Belen Soto Elementary School is located in the Wigwam Creek South neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Wigwam Creek South.
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