Serving 1,163 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 1,163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School's student population of 1,163 students has grown by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#128 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
70%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School's ranking?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is ranked #128 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School often compared to?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary School, Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School?
1,163 students attend Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School offer ?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School part of?
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245).
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