Serving 653 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Litchfield Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 653 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Litchfield Elementary School serves the eastern part of Litchfield Park, AZ, covering an area of approximately 2.8 square miles. Families typically face a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest zone edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Litchfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Litchfield Elementary School's student population of 653 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
653 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Litchfield Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Litchfield 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
#331 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
46%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
42%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Litchfield Elementary School's ranking?
Litchfield Elementary School is ranked #331 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Litchfield Elementary School often compared to?
Litchfield Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Palm Valley Elementary School, Dreaming Summit Elementary School, Mabel Padgett Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Litchfield Elementary School?
653 students attend Litchfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Litchfield Elementary School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Litchfield Elementary School?
Litchfield Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Litchfield Elementary School offer ?
Litchfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Litchfield Elementary School part of?
Litchfield Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281).
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