Serving 21 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Sunflower School ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunflower School's attendance zone covers the entire Glendale, AZ school district, encompassing approximately 138.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching a furthest point of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunflower School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunflower School's student population of 21 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
Average Class Size
15 students
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Sunflower School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunflower School is 0.65, 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
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Asian
5%
3%
Hispanic
48%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
33%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.2%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
24%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunflower School's ranking?
Sunflower School is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Sunflower School often compared to?
Sunflower Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus, White Tanks Learning Center, Kelly by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunflower School?
The graduation rate of Sunflower School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Sunflower School?
21 students attend Sunflower School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sunflower School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunflower School?
Sunflower School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sunflower School offer ?
Sunflower School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunflower School part of?
Sunflower School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Sunflower School located?
Sunflower School is located in the Bell And Greenway Neighborhood neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Bell And Greenway Neighborhood.
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