Serving 693 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fireside Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Fireside Elementary School serves the northwest part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1 mile from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 2.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fireside Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fireside Elementary School's student population of 693 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
693 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Rankings
Fireside Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fireside Elementary School 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
#14 out of 1921 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
18%
3%
Hispanic
11%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
63%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fireside Elementary School's ranking?
Fireside Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Fireside Elementary School often compared to?
Fireside Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Fireside Elementary School?
693 students attend Fireside Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Fireside Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fireside Elementary School?
Fireside Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Fireside Elementary School offer ?
Fireside Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fireside Elementary School part of?
Fireside Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Fireside Elementary School located?
Fireside Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 7 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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