Maryland Elementary School

6503 N 21st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 594 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Maryland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Maryland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Maryland Elementary School's student population of 594 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
594 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers

School Rankings

Maryland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maryland Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1482 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
13%
34%
25%
40%
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
53%
49%
Black
19%
6%
White
10%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.67
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Washington Elementary School District (4260)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Maryland Elementary School's ranking?
Maryland Elementary School is ranked #1482 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Maryland Elementary School often compared to?
Maryland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solano School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Maryland Elementary School?
594 students attend Maryland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Maryland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maryland Elementary School?
Maryland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maryland Elementary School offer ?
Maryland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maryland Elementary School part of?
Maryland Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Maryland Elementary School located?
Maryland Elementary School is located in the Leescroft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Leescroft.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 594 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • : 25% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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