Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Peoria Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peoria Elementary School's student population of 499 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day, Prepared to Shape Tomorrow
School Rankings
Peoria Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peoria Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#905 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
68%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
20%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Peoria Elementary School's ranking?
Peoria Elementary School is ranked #905 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Peoria Elementary School often compared to?
Peoria Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Peoria Elementary School?
499 students attend Peoria Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Peoria Elementary School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peoria Elementary School?
Peoria Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peoria Elementary School offer ?
Peoria Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Peoria Elementary School part of?
Peoria Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Peoria Elementary School located?
Peoria Elementary School is located in the Varney neighborhood of Peoria, AZ.
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