Kyrene de la Esperanza School is an elementary school in Phoenix, Arizona, serving 467 students in grades PK-5. It is part of the Kyrene Elementary District, which is ranked 143 out of 540 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating. However, Kyrene de la Esperanza's statewide ranking has declined in recent years, dropping from 170 out of 955 Arizona elementary schools in 2014-2015 to 580 out of 1245 in the most recent 2022-2023 school year.
The school has a diverse student population, with a mix of White (28.27%), Hispanic (28.48%), African American (16.06%), Native American (9.64%), and other racial groups. Academically, Kyrene de la Esperanza's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are generally below the district and state averages, with significant disparities among different student subgroups. While Asian and White students perform relatively well, African American, Native American, and English Language Learner students struggle, with proficiency rates often below 30%. Nearby schools like Kyrene de la Mirada, Kyrene De Los Lagos, and Horizon Honors Elementary consistently outperform Kyrene de la Esperanza on academic measures.
Despite spending more per student than the state average, Kyrene de la Esperanza's academic performance lags behind some of the nearby higher-performing schools that spend less per student. This suggests that factors beyond just funding, such as instructional quality and targeted interventions, may be more important in driving student success. The school may need to closely examine its practices and support systems to better serve its diverse student population and improve overall academic outcomes.
In the 2022-23 school year, 467 students attended Kyrene de la Esperanza School.
Students at Kyrene de la Esperanza School are 28% Hispanic, 28% White, 16% African American, 11% Two or more races, 10% American Indian, 5% Asian, 1% Pacific Islander.
Kyrene de la Esperanza School ranks 580th of 1245 Arizona elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 3 stars out of 5.
Students who attend Kyrene de la Esperanza School usually go on to attend:Middle : Kyrene Altadena Middle SchoolHigh : Mountain Pointe High School
Kyrene Elementary District