Serving 550 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Villa De Paz 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 89% 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: 550 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Villa De Paz Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Villa De Paz Elementary School's student population of 550 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
550 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Motto
Developing future leaders by providing opportunities and access to learning through technology integration and innovative problem solving
School Rankings
Villa De Paz 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 Villa De Paz Elementary School is 0.42, 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
#1487 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
49%
Black
8%
6%
White
11%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Pendergast Elementary District (4283)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Villa De Paz Elementary School's ranking?
Villa De Paz Elementary School is ranked #1487 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Villa De Paz Elementary School often compared to?
Villa De Paz Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendergast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Villa De Paz Elementary School?
550 students attend Villa De Paz Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Villa De Paz Elementary School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Villa De Paz Elementary School?
Villa De Paz Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Villa De Paz Elementary School offer ?
Villa De Paz Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Villa De Paz Elementary School part of?
Villa De Paz Elementary School is part of Pendergast Elementary District (4283).
In what neighborhood is Villa De Paz Elementary School located?
Villa De Paz Elementary School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 64 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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