SANTA CRUZ ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Santa Cruz Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Maricopa Unified School District (4441) school district, located in Maricopa, AZ with about 403 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. 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 23 teachers, Santa Cruz Elementary 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.

Santa Cruz Elementary School is a public school located in Maricopa, Arizona, and is part of the Maricopa Unified School District. Serving students in the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive foundational education that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. As part of a growing district, the school works to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages student engagement, critical thinking, and collaboration among its diverse student body.

The school is dedicated to preparing its students for future academic success by integrating modern curriculum standards with dedicated instructional support. Beyond classroom academics, Santa Cruz Elementary typically emphasizes community involvement and family partnership to ensure a well-rounded educational experience. For those looking for specific information regarding school calendars, faculty contacts, or district policies, the school maintains an updated web presence through the official Maricopa Unified School District portal at http://www.maricopausd.org/SCES/.

For more information, contact Santa Cruz Elementary School at (520) 568-5170 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.