At a glance
Reported students
728
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
37.5
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–08
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
85th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
693.5
Circle Cross STEM Academy: 728 reported students.
State peer staffing position
79th percentile
19.4:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 680
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 18.6:1
What the reported data says about Circle Cross STEM Academy
Circle Cross STEM Academy is a public elementary school serving grades KG–08 in San Tan Valley. It is one of 16 current school records connected to Florence Unified School District (4437). NCES reports 728 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 85th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.4:1, above the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (42.9%) and Hispanic or Latino (42.2%). English learners represent 3.8% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 12.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Circle Cross STEM Academy
- 1How do the reported 19.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 37.5 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 3.8%
- Students with disabilities
- 12.1%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White42.9%
- Hispanic42.2%
- Black5.2%
- Asian1.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native2.9%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1%
- Multiracial4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Florence Unified School District (4437)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Walker Butte Middle School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
718 reported students
San Tan Heights Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
669 reported students
Florence Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
805 reported students
Skyline Ranch Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
583 reported students
Copper Basin Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
557 reported students
Magma Ranch Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
507 reported students
Public schools near Circle Cross STEM Academy
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy Traditional-San Tan Elementary · Charter · Legacy Traditional School-San Tan (1001927) | KG–08 | 749 | 0.8 mi |
| Schnepf Elementary School Elementary · Queen Creek Unified District (4245) | PK–06 | 1,044 | 0.8 mi |
| Combs Traditional Academy Elementary · J O Combs Unified School District (4445) | KG–06 | 211 | 1.1 mi |
| American Leadership Academy San Tan Valley K-6 Elementary · Charter · American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348) | KG–06 | 637 | 1.3 mi |
| Skyline Ranch Elementary School Elementary · Florence Unified School District (4437) | PK–08 | 583 | 1.4 mi |
| J. O. Combs Middle School Elementary · J O Combs Unified School District (4445) | KG–08 | 581 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Circle Cross STEM Academy
What grades does Circle Cross STEM Academy serve?
Circle Cross STEM Academy reports grades KG–08 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Florence Unified School District (4437).
How many students attend Circle Cross STEM Academy?
Circle Cross STEM Academy reported 728 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 85th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 680 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Circle Cross STEM Academy?
The calculated ratio is 19.4:1, based on 728 students and 37.5 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Circle Cross STEM Academy a public, charter, or magnet school?
Circle Cross STEM Academy is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Circle Cross STEM Academy in?
Circle Cross STEM Academy is part of Florence Unified School District (4437), based in Florence, AZ, which operates 16 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Circle Cross STEM Academy?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Legacy Traditional-San Tan (0.8 mi), Schnepf Elementary School (0.8 mi), Combs Traditional Academy (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.