Serving 441 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Village Meadows Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Village Meadows Elementary School serves the southern part of Phoenix, AZ, with an attendance zone covering approximately 1.7 square miles. Families living within this area can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Village Meadows Elementary School's student population of 441 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Preparing children now for a successful tomorrow.
School Rankings
Village Meadows Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Village Meadows 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
#697 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
53%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
32%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Village Meadows Elementary School's ranking?
Village Meadows Elementary School is ranked #697 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Village Meadows Elementary School often compared to?
Village Meadows Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Constitution Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Village Meadows Elementary School?
441 students attend Village Meadows Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Village Meadows Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Village Meadows Elementary School?
Village Meadows Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Village Meadows Elementary School offer ?
Village Meadows Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Village Meadows Elementary School part of?
Village Meadows Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246).
In what neighborhood is Village Meadows Elementary School located?
Village Meadows Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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