KYRENE DE LA MARIPOSA SCHOOL

Kyrene de la Mariposa School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Kyrene Elementary District (4267) school district, located in Tempe, AZ with about 552 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, Kyrene de la Mariposa School has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Kyrene de la Mariposa is a highly regarded public elementary school located in Tempe, Arizona, serving as part of the Kyrene School District. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like math, science, and literacy while integrating modern technology to prepare students for a digital future. The school community prides itself on creating an inclusive and supportive environment where students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills and a lifelong passion for learning.

Beyond its academic focus, Kyrene de la Mariposa is well-regarded for its vibrant campus culture and community engagement. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, enrichment programs, and parent-teacher partnerships that foster a collaborative educational experience. By balancing high academic expectations with social-emotional development, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to succeed in their future academic endeavors.

For more information, contact Kyrene de la Mariposa School at (480) 541-1000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

50 E. Knox Road
Tempe, AZ 85284
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KYRENE DE LA MARIPOSA SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Tempe, AZ with about 552 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
552
Teachers:
31.02
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 552 students

White
36.4%
Hispanic/Latino
28.8%
Black or African American
11.6%
Two or more races
8.9%
Asian
8.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
5.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
51.3%
Male
48.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.