Serving 645 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Las Sendas Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Las Sendas Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Las Sendas Elementary School's student population of 645 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Las Sendas Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Las Sendas Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#109 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
17%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
75%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mesa Unified District (4235)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Coyotes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Las Sendas Elementary School's ranking?
Las Sendas Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Las Sendas Elementary School?
645 students attend Las Sendas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Las Sendas Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Las Sendas Elementary School?
Las Sendas Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Las Sendas Elementary School offer ?
Las Sendas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Las Sendas Elementary School part of?
Las Sendas Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
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