Serving 561 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sky Crossing Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 561 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sky Crossing Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sky Crossing Elementary School's student population of 561 students has grown by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Rankings
Sky Crossing Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sky Crossing Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#96 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
9%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Sky Crossing Elementary School's ranking?
Sky Crossing Elementary School is ranked #96 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sky Crossing Elementary School often compared to?
Sky Crossing Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fireside Elementary School, Quail Run Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sky Crossing Elementary School?
561 students attend Sky Crossing Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Sky Crossing Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sky Crossing Elementary School?
Sky Crossing Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sky Crossing Elementary School offer ?
Sky Crossing Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Sky Crossing Elementary School part of?
Sky Crossing Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sky Crossing Elementary School located?
Sky Crossing Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 7 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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