Serving 583 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Maryland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maryland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maryland Elementary School's student population of 583 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maryland Elementary 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 Maryland Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#1482 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
52%
48%
Black
22%
6%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maryland Elementary School's ranking?
Maryland Elementary School is ranked #1482 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Maryland Elementary School often compared to?
Maryland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Solano School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Maryland Elementary School?
583 students attend Maryland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Maryland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maryland Elementary School?
Maryland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maryland Elementary School offer ?
Maryland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maryland Elementary School part of?
Maryland Elementary School is part of Washington Elementary School District (4260).
In what neighborhood is Maryland Elementary School located?
Maryland Elementary School is located in the Leescroft neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Leescroft.
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