Serving 609 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kiva 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 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kiva 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
Kiva Elementary School's student population of 609 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue and White
School Motto
Be kind, Eager to learn, put Safety first, and Take responsibility.
School Rankings
Kiva 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 Kiva 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
#90 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
72%
33%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kiva Elementary School's ranking?
Kiva Elementary School is ranked #90 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kiva Elementary School often compared to?
Kiva Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hopi Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kiva Elementary School?
609 students attend Kiva Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Kiva Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kiva Elementary School?
Kiva Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kiva Elementary School offer ?
Kiva Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kiva Elementary School part of?
Kiva Elementary School is part of Scottsdale Unified District (4240).
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