Serving 394 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wildfire Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wildfire Elementary School serves the northern part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wildfire Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wildfire Elementary School's student population of 394 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
394 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Rankings
Wildfire Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wildfire Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#75 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
14%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
77%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wildfire Elementary School's ranking?
Wildfire Elementary School is ranked #75 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wildfire Elementary School often compared to?
Wildfire Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fireside Elementary School, Desert Trails Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wildfire Elementary School?
394 students attend Wildfire Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Wildfire Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wildfire Elementary School?
Wildfire Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wildfire Elementary School offer ?
Wildfire Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wildfire Elementary School part of?
Wildfire Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241).
In what neighborhood is Wildfire Elementary School located?
Wildfire Elementary School is located in the Desert View Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 7 other public schools located in Desert View Village.
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