Serving 984 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Estrella Foothills Global Academy ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 984 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Estrella Foothills Global Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Estrella Foothills Global Academy's student population of 984 students has grown by 602% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 163% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
984 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Estrella Foothills Global Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella Foothills Global Academy is 0.63, 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
#799 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
57%
49%
Black
16%
6%
White
15%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella Foothills Global Academy's ranking?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy is ranked #799 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Estrella Foothills Global Academy?
984 students attend Estrella Foothills Global Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Estrella Foothills Global Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estrella Foothills Global Academy?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Foothills Global Academy offer ?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estrella Foothills Global Academy part of?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy is part of Laveen Elementary District (4276).
In what neighborhood is Estrella Foothills Global Academy located?
Estrella Foothills Global Academy is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Laveen, AZ.
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