Serving 376 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Whispering Wind Academy 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 37% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whispering Wind Academy serves the southern part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whispering Wind Academy's student population of 376 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Whispering Wind Academy 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 Whispering Wind Academy is 0.63, 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
#672 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
45%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
40%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whispering Wind Academy's ranking?
Whispering Wind Academy is ranked #672 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Whispering Wind Academy often compared to?
Whispering Wind Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Canyon Elementary School, Desert Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Whispering Wind Academy?
376 students attend Whispering Wind Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Whispering Wind Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whispering Wind Academy?
Whispering Wind Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whispering Wind Academy offer ?
Whispering Wind Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whispering Wind Academy part of?
Whispering Wind Academy is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Whispering Wind Academy located?
Whispering Wind Academy is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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