Serving 793 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Peralta School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 793 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peralta School's student population of 793 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
793 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Peralta School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peralta School is 0.17, which is less 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
#1397 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
5%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
91%
47%
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Black
5%
6%
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White
2%
35%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
29%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
7%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peralta School's ranking?
Peralta School is ranked #1397 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Peralta School?
793 students attend Peralta School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Peralta School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peralta School?
Peralta School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Peralta School offer ?
Peralta School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Peralta School part of?
Peralta School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282) School District.
In what neighborhood is Peralta School located?
Peralta School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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