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Kyrene De La Mariposa School

50 E Knox Rd
Tempe, AZ 85284
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Kyrene De La Mariposa 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 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 30% in AZ
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Kyrene De La Mariposa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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School Overview

Kyrene De La Mariposa School's student population of 451 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Motto
Our mission is to educate and foster the development of the whole child in a safe environment by collaborating with families, staff, and the community.

School Rankings

Kyrene De La Mariposa School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kyrene De La Mariposa School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#484 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
47%
34%
51%
40%
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.76
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kyrene De La Mariposa School's ranking?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School is ranked #484 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Kyrene De La Mariposa School often compared to?
Kyrene De La Mariposa Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene De La Mirada School, Kyrene Del Cielo School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Kyrene De La Mariposa School?
451 students attend Kyrene De La Mariposa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Kyrene De La Mariposa School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kyrene De La Mariposa School?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Kyrene De La Mariposa School offer ?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kyrene De La Mariposa School part of?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School is part of Kyrene Elementary District (4267) School District.
In what neighborhood is Kyrene De La Mariposa School located?
Kyrene De La Mariposa School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 451 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 69%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 51% (Top 30%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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