Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Sedona Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Sedona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Sedona Elementary School's student population of 276 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
Maroon & White
School Calendar
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
West Sedona Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Sedona Elementary School is 0.51, 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
#1224 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
62%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
33%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Whiskers The Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Sedona Elementary School's ranking?
West Sedona Elementary School is ranked #1224 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend West Sedona Elementary School?
276 students attend West Sedona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of West Sedona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Sedona Elementary School?
West Sedona Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Sedona Elementary School offer ?
West Sedona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Sedona Elementary School part of?
West Sedona Elementary School is part of Sedona-Oak Creek Jusd #9 (4467) School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Quality of academics program : mediocre, a lot of very devious, mean teachers, middle school really quite poor, students' behaviour horrible, very poor discipline. The worst part is the mentality of the teachers, often unbearable. We hated it.
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