Serving 884 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vista Del Sur Accelerated ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 884 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vista Del Sur Accelerated ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Vista Del Sur Accelerated's student population of 884 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
884 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vista Del Sur Accelerated ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vista Del Sur Accelerated is 0.70, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#32 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
48%
48%
Black
17%
6%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vista Del Sur Accelerated's ranking?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated is ranked #32 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Vista Del Sur Accelerated?
884 students attend Vista Del Sur Accelerated.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Vista Del Sur Accelerated students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vista Del Sur Accelerated?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vista Del Sur Accelerated offer ?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Vista Del Sur Accelerated part of?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated is part of Laveen Elementary District (4276) School District.
In what neighborhood is Vista Del Sur Accelerated located?
Vista Del Sur Accelerated is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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