Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Mountain Shadows 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Shadows Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Mountain Shadows Elementary School's student population of 416 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Shadows Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mountain Shadows Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#476 out of 1854 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
27%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
55%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
14%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Shadows Elementary School's ranking?
Mountain Shadows Elementary School is ranked #476 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mountain Shadows Elementary School often compared to?
Mountain Shadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland Lakes School, Sierra Verde Steam Academy 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 32% AZ state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mountain Shadows Elementary School?
416 students attend Mountain Shadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Mountain Shadows Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mountain Shadows Elementary School?
Mountain Shadows Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mountain Shadows Elementary School offer ?
Mountain Shadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Mountain Shadows Elementary School part of?
Mountain Shadows Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Shadows Elementary School located?
Mountain Shadows Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 12 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School-- Half Day Release
May 16, 2024 (Thursday)
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