Eliseo C.
Felix School in Goodyear, AZ, serves 521 students in grades 2–5 with a student–teacher ratio of 25:1, which is higher than typical ratios in the state.
The school's math proficiency is 28%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34% and below the Avondale Elementary District average of 33%, showing slight improvement from 13% in 2021.
Reading proficiency at.
Felix School is 21%, considerably lower than the state average of 40% and district average of 38%, with a decline from previous years when proficiency was above 50% before 2015.
Science proficiency ranges between 10–14%, well below the state average of 24%, reflecting low student performance in this subject area.
Enrollment has remained relatively stable around 520 students since 2020, with a high percentage (78%) of students eligible for free lunch in 2023, indicating a significant proportion of low–income families in this Goodyear public elementary school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eliseo C. Felix School serves the eastern part of Goodyear, AZ, with an attendance zone covering approximately 0.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eliseo C. Felix School's student population of 516 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
516 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Everyone is capable of growth and success!
School Rankings
Eliseo C. Felix 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 Eliseo C. Felix School is 0.39, 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
#1263 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)58.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eliseo C. Felix School's ranking?
Eliseo C. Felix School is ranked #1263 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Eliseo C. Felix School often compared to?
Eliseo C. Felix Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lattie Coor by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Eliseo C. Felix School?
516 students attend Eliseo C. Felix School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Eliseo C. Felix School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eliseo C. Felix School?
Eliseo C. Felix School has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eliseo C. Felix School offer ?
Eliseo C. Felix School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eliseo C. Felix School part of?
Eliseo C. Felix School is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272).
In what neighborhood is Eliseo C. Felix School located?
Eliseo C. Felix School is located in the Goodyear Estates neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ.
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