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#48 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 21% of private schools

Aces-peoria

School

6815 W CACTUS RD, Peoria, AZ 85381

Private Estimated Score

Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on AZ statewide data. Learn more

Enrollment

359

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Updated 2021-22

How this school compares

In Peoria

#3 of 6

public schools

Arizona schools

#22 of 67

About Aces-peoria

ACES-Peoria serves 359 students from kindergarten through 12th grade in this growing suburban community in Maricopa County. With an impressive MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranking as the 90th best school out of 225 in Arizona, placing it in the 60th percentile statewide, ACES-Peoria demonstrates strong educational performance across its K-12 program. The school maintains an excellent student-teacher ratio of 10:1 with 36 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention and smaller class sizes than typically found in public schools.

This intimate learning environment can be particularly beneficial for students across the wide grade span the school serves. Located on West Cactus Road, ACES-Peoria sits in an affluent suburban neighborhood where families enjoy a median household income of $86,743 and median home values of $372,900. The community shows strong educational values, with 34% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher, while maintaining a low poverty rate of just 6.1% among the 27,098 residents in the area.

The school operates as a regular public school in Peoria's large suburban setting, providing families with a high-performing educational option in this thriving Arizona community.

What Parents Should Know

As a private school, Aces-peoria operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Aces-peoria compares to 40 public schools serving similar grades in Peoria, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
18.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
359
This School
vs
787
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.3
This School
vs
6.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 35.1% vs 0%
Black 33.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 17.5% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Aces-peoria Peoria Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Aces-peoria (this school) 7.3
RCB College Preparatory Academy
Sundance Elementary School 5.4
Oakwood Elementary School 7.6
Ira A Murphy 4.4
Oasis Elementary School 7.3
Peoria Elementary School 8.0
Santa Fe Elementary School 6.2
Peoria Flex Academy 6.4
Peoria High School 4.6
Centennial High School 7.0
Peoria eCampus 5.1
Sky View Elementary School 4.7
Cheyenne Elementary School 6.3
Paseo Verde Elementary School 7.5
Peoria Accelerated High School 5.7
Alta Loma School 5.7
Cotton Boll School 6.7
Desert Harbor Elementary School 5.9
Ombudsman - Charter Northwest 5.3
Sun Valley Elementary School 5.4

Showing 20 of 40 schools. View all schools in Peoria

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,116
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.9 / 10
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Diversity Index 72%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 359
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 35.1%
Black 33.7%
Hispanic 17.5%
Two or More 11.7%
Asian 1.7%
Native American 0.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6815 W CACTUS RD, Peoria, AZ 85381

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Aces-peoria may also want to explore other schools in the area. Peoria Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marshall Ranch Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Desert Valley Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
RCB College Preparatory Academy Peoria 0.3 mi
LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY Peoria 0.4 mi
Copperwood School Glendale 0.6 mi 6.0
Sundance Elementary School Peoria 0.6 mi 5.4
Oakwood Elementary School Peoria 0.6 mi 7.6
Desert Valley Elementary School Glendale 0.8 mi 7.7
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale Glendale 1.2 mi 5.6
Ironwood High School Glendale 1.1 mi 6.0
Ira A Murphy Peoria 1.2 mi 4.4
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School Glendale 1.2 mi 5.8
SOUTHWEST INDIAN SCHOOLS/LIVING WORD ACADEMY Peoria 1.4 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ARROWHEAD Peoria 1.4 mi
Oasis Elementary School Peoria 1.3 mi 7.3
Peoria Elementary School Peoria 1.4 mi 8.0
Academy of Math and Science Peoria Advanced Tucson 1.6 mi 3.9
Marshall Ranch Elementary School Glendale 1.5 mi 7.8
Pioneer Elementary School Glendale 1.8 mi 5.8
Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale 1.7 mi 6.1
Santa Fe Elementary School Peoria 1.9 mi 6.2
West-MEC Glendale Community College Glendale 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,442

Median Home Value

$407,900

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

26,895

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

65.9%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

43.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Aces-peoria has a median household income of $94,442. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $407,900, with a median rent of $1,726/month. The local poverty rate of 5.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 26 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
DESERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Tucson, AZ 7.3
Sonoran Science Academy-Peoria Peoria, AZ 7.3
AZ ASPIRE ACADEMY Fountain Hills, AZ 7.4
NEW WAY ACADEMY Phoenix, AZ 7.4
TRI-CITY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Chandler, AZ 7.4
BASIS Phoenix Central Primary Phoenix, AZ 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Aces-peoria

What grades does Aces-peoria serve?

Aces-peoria serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Aces-peoria?

Aces-peoria has an enrollment of approximately 359 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Aces-peoria?

The student-teacher ratio at Aces-peoria is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Aces-peoria rank in AZ?

Aces-peoria is ranked #48 out of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Aces-peoria's MySchoolScout rating?

Aces-peoria has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Aces-peoria a private school?

Yes, Aces-peoria is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Aces-peoria a religious school?

No, Aces-peoria is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable
City Safety
Elevated (1,469/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Peoria). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
359
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
186 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
MARICOPA
Data Year
2022–2023

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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