Serving 685 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Legend Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Legend Springs Elementary serves the southern part of Glendale, AZ, covering an area of approximately 4 square miles. Students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legend Springs 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
Legend Springs Elementary School's student population of 685 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
1934
School Calendar
School Rankings
Legend Springs Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legend Springs Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#123 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Asian
10%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
20%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
62%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Legend Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Legend Springs Elementary School is ranked #123 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Legend Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Legend Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Verde Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Legend Springs Elementary School?
685 students attend Legend Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Legend Springs Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Legend Springs Elementary School?
Legend Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legend Springs Elementary School offer ?
Legend Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Legend Springs Elementary School part of?
Legend Springs Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Legend Springs Elementary School located?
Legend Springs Elementary School is located in the Arrowhead Ranch neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Arrowhead Ranch.
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