Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Silvestre S Herrera School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silvestre S Herrera School's student population of 467 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Silvestre S Herrera School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silvestre S Herrera School is 0.19, which is less 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
#1458 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
90%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
17%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Silvestre S Herrera School's ranking?
Silvestre S Herrera School is ranked #1458 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Silvestre S Herrera School?
467 students attend Silvestre S Herrera School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Silvestre S Herrera School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silvestre S Herrera School?
Silvestre S Herrera School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Silvestre S Herrera School offer ?
Silvestre S Herrera School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Silvestre S Herrera School part of?
Silvestre S Herrera School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256) School District.
In what neighborhood is Silvestre S Herrera School located?
Silvestre S Herrera School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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