Serving 455 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, C I Waggoner 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 455 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
C I Waggoner School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
C I Waggoner School's student population of 455 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
455 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C I Waggoner School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C I Waggoner School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#459 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
30%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
49%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C I Waggoner School's ranking?
C I Waggoner School is ranked #459 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are C I Waggoner School often compared to?
C I Waggoner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Del Cielo School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend C I Waggoner School?
455 students attend C I Waggoner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of C I Waggoner School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C I Waggoner School?
C I Waggoner School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does C I Waggoner School offer ?
C I Waggoner School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is C I Waggoner School part of?
C I Waggoner School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is C I Waggoner School located?
C I Waggoner School is located in the Sandahl neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Sandahl.
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