Serving 932 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Westwind Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower 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 95% 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: 932 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwind Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westwind Elementary School's student population of 932 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
932 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Westwind 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 Westwind Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#981 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
89%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
5%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
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 Westwind Elementary School's ranking?
Westwind Elementary School is ranked #981 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Westwind Elementary School often compared to?
Westwind Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pendergast Elementary School, Sunset Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Westwind Elementary School?
932 students attend Westwind Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Westwind Elementary School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwind Elementary School?
Westwind Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwind Elementary School offer ?
Westwind Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwind Elementary School part of?
Westwind Elementary School is part of Pendergast Elementary District (4283).
In what neighborhood is Westwind Elementary School located?
Westwind 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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