Serving 542 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bicentennial North 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 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 542 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Math Proficiency: 18%
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Science Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bicentennial North School's student population of 542 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
542 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Bicentennial North School is 0.27, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)18%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
85%
48%
Black
7%
6%
White
6%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bicentennial North School often compared to?
Bicentennial North Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Camelback Academy, Coyote Ridge, Don Mensendick School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Bicentennial North School?
542 students attend Bicentennial North School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bicentennial North School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bicentennial North School?
Bicentennial North School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bicentennial North School offer ?
Bicentennial North School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bicentennial North School part of?
Bicentennial North School is part of Glendale Elementary District (4271) School District.
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