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Kyrene de los Cerritos School in Phoenix, Arizona

Kyrene de los Cerritos School Detail

(480) 783-1200
14620 S. Desert Foothills Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85048
Levels: K-5
District: Kyrene Elementary District


Kyrene de los Cerritos School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Student Teacher Ratio:17.32% (2008)
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:5.23% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:74.76% (2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:5.41% (2008)
Hispanic:8.74% (2008)
Asian:10.68% (2008)

Kyrene de los Cerritos School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating5
Average Principals Rating4
Average Teachers Rating4
Average Activities Rating5
Average Parents Rating5
Average Safety Rating5

Kyrene de los Cerritos School Reviews

We moved here after my son had started school in Tucson. The school there didn't want the distraction of parent involvement. The teacher was very serious and while the class was only 1/2 day there wasn't much fun or enjoyment on the part of my son... So, I was very concerned how he would transition into full day at Cerritos. My concerns were unfounded. Mrs. Wolf not only taught my son to read & solve math problems; she also taught him good citizenship. He is respected by & respects his friends from class. The best part of Kindergarten w/ Mrs. Wolf is being allowed in the classroom whenever we have the time to give; parents are not a 'distraction' but welcome help in here eyes; Awesome!!!
This review was posted by a parent.

My daughter attends kindi, and my son preschool at cerritos and we couldnt be happier. We are in the open enrollment plan and travel quite a ways but it is well worth the trip everyday. We interviewed every school in the kyrene district(that had a preschool) and cerritos won hands down on simple friendliness and helpfulness; which means a great deal when you realize you will interact with these people everyday.
This review was posted by a parent.

I love this school. My daughter loves going to school, the community support and parent involvement is outstanding. All of my daughters classmates have been a joy and there is a diverse mix of races. Other parents and staff have been very nice and open. We will go here until it is time to move up to alta dena.
This review was posted by a parent.

We chose a home in this district after carefully researching many schools in Phoenix. Our third grader transitioned well from Naperville Illinois. We have found the course offerings to be similar and the teachers are top notch. Parent involvement is incredible, and the community is friendly.
This review was posted by a parent.

This is our first year in the district and I can't say enough good things. My son is in the extended resource class. The staff goes far beyond what they have to and the General Ed. teachers are wonderful and supportive as well. Prior to enrollment, I had spoke with Dr. Thor. She was warm, friendly and seemed excited about, and proud of the extended resource program. My son has come so far this year and much of the credit is owed to Cerritos.
This review was posted by a parent.

Parent involvement and extracurricular activities are a plus. Recent changes in adminstration have had a negative impact on the school. Teacher turnover is a problem and the quality of recent hires is not up to the same standard.
This review was posted by a parent.

I have two children at Cerritos, one in 3rd grade & one in Kindergarten. So far I really have no complaints. My children have been happy & have done very well.
This review was posted by a parent.

Cerritos has excellent academic programs and the quality of their music, art, and pe is superior. Parent hare heavily involved and most welcome at the school.
This review was posted by a parent.

As far as Arizona public schools go, Kyrene School District is considered the best. My son has attended Cerritos Grade 1-3 and each year seems to have gotten 'worse' academically. I think it mostly depends on the teacher and whether she gets the parents involved( volunteering) or not. Last year he had three differnt teachers rotate through for various reasons, the year before his teacher seemed busy with her master's degree. The classes seem large and, and many teachers young and inexperienced. My son is very intelligent and at times, not challenged. We hope he gets into the gifted program this coming year. We had a new Principal and Vice Principal last year, but turn over of taechers seems high too.
This review was posted by a parent.

This is an excellent school with very enthusiastic, qualified teachers who truly care about the students. Both my children attended K-5 and we were extremely impressed with the quality of education they received. After finishing at Cerritos, both entered Middle School in honors programs.
This review was posted by a parent.

This is an absoutely fantastic school. The teachers and staff are well supported. The curriculum is top-notch and the kids really enjoy a sense of community. Your kids deserve a place like Cerritos!
This review was posted by a teacher.

I think Cerritos is great school and it has a very good reputation. My child had a terrible experience with a near by charter school. The staff was very supportive with his transition and my son loves to go to school now. Kyrene Schools with all there experience and very knowledge teachers is a great way to go.
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