Serving 525 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Estrella Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Estrella Mountain Elementary School serves the northeast part of Goodyear, AZ, covering an area of approximately 40 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Estrella Mountain Elementary School's student population of 525 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Estrella Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Estrella Mountain Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#495 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
50%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Estrella Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Estrella Mountain Elementary School is ranked #495 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Estrella Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Estrella Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Estrella Mountain Elementary School?
525 students attend Estrella Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Estrella Mountain Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Estrella Mountain Elementary School?
Estrella Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Estrella Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Estrella Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Estrella Mountain Elementary School part of?
Estrella Mountain Elementary School is part of Liberty Elementary District (4266).
In what neighborhood is Estrella Mountain Elementary School located?
Estrella Mountain Elementary School is located in the Estrella Mountain Ranch neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Estrella Mountain Ranch.
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