Serving 846 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Frontier Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Frontier Elementary School's student population of 846 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frontier Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frontier Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#475 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
24%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
65%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Peoria Unified School District (4237)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier Elementary School's ranking?
Frontier Elementary School is ranked #475 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Frontier Elementary School often compared to?
Frontier Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zuni Hills Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Frontier Elementary School?
846 students attend Frontier Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Frontier Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier Elementary School?
Frontier Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frontier Elementary School offer ?
Frontier Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier Elementary School part of?
Frontier Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Frontier Elementary School located?
Frontier Elementary School is located in the Fletcher Heights neighborhood of Peoria, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Fletcher Heights.
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