Serving 602 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Park Meadows 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 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 602 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Park Meadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Park Meadows Elementary School's student population of 602 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
602 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Park Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Park Meadows Elementary School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#674 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
35%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
12%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Park Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Park Meadows Elementary School is ranked #674 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Park Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Park Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Phoenix Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Park Meadows Elementary School?
602 students attend Park Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Park Meadows Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Park Meadows Elementary School?
Park Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Park Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Park Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Park Meadows Elementary School part of?
Park Meadows Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Park Meadows Elementary School located?
Park Meadows Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 12 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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