Serving 476 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Playa Del Rey Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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: 476 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Playa Del Rey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Playa Del Rey Elementary School's student population of 476 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
476 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Playa Del Rey Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Playa Del Rey Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#668 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
35%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
43%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Playa Del Rey Elementary School's ranking?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School is ranked #668 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Playa Del Rey Elementary School often compared to?
Playa Del Rey Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Neely Traditional Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Playa Del Rey Elementary School?
476 students attend Playa Del Rey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Playa Del Rey Elementary School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Playa Del Rey Elementary School?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Playa Del Rey Elementary School offer ?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Playa Del Rey Elementary School part of?
Playa Del Rey Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
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