Serving 1,020 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Copper Trails 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 34% (which is equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Copper Trails serves the southwest part of Goodyear, AZ, covering an area of approximately 6.7 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge being about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Copper Trails's student population of 1,020 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,020 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Copper Trails 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 Copper Trails is 0.56, 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
#682 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
62%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Copper, teal and black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Copper Trails's ranking?
Copper Trails is ranked #682 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Copper Trails often compared to?
Copper Trailsis often viewed alongside schools like Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Desert Star, Desert Thunder by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Copper Trails?
1,020 students attend Copper Trails.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Copper Trails students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Copper Trails?
Copper Trails has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Copper Trails offer ?
Copper Trails offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Copper Trails part of?
Copper Trails is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272).
In what neighborhood is Copper Trails located?
Copper Trails is located in the Canyon Trails neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Canyon Trails.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Im sure all those 5 star reviews are written by staff. I would be the 1st to say it. The principal is so off on fairness especially on disciplinary actions. Recently, she was asked about an honor roll student whom she desperate wanted expelled. She called the student decent.! Who last yr. Made principal's list. Has made honor roll every.4 since starting c.t. at4thgr won spelling by far. 1 Thu 8th grade! Get your head out of you know where!!! One minute you Say I take the children's words. And next you say children lie! Even your district board. Saw you were wrong. Cause I won!!!
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