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Very Good

#510 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 25% in state

Arrowhead Elementary School

Elementary School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

7490 W UNION HILLS DR, Glendale, AZ 85308

Enrollment

558

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#510 of 2,006

In Glendale

#18 of 82

public schools

In district

#23 of 41

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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7.6/10

Elementary School in Glendale · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Arrowhead Elementary School

Arrowhead Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Arrowhead Elementary School serves approximately 558 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Arrowhead Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #510 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Arrowhead Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Arrowhead Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism39.1%

Arrowhead Elementary School — Students at Arrowhead Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
80%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
93%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
64%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
50%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.0/10.

How Arrowhead Elementary School Compares

See how Arrowhead Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7490 W UNION HILLS DR, Glendale, AZ 85308

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arrowhead Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Copper Creek Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sierra Verde STEAM Academy (rated 8.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Highland Lakes School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT Glendale 1.2 mi 7.0
Sierra Verde STEAM Academy Glendale 1.4 mi 8.8
Highland Lakes School Glendale 1.3 mi 8.8
Apache Elementary School Peoria 1.5 mi 8.0
Frontier Elementary School Peoria 1.7 mi 6.2
BLACK MOUNTAIN SCIENCE ACADEMY Peoria 1.8 mi 5.8
Greenbrier Elementary School Glendale 1.6 mi 7.7
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PEORIA Peoria 1.7 mi
Paseo Verde Elementary School Peoria 2.0 mi 7.0
Sunrise Mountain High School Peoria 2.0 mi 7.5
Copper Creek Elementary School Glendale 2.2 mi 8.9
Legacy Traditional School - Peoria Peoria 2.3 mi 8.1
Student Choice High School Peoria 2.3 mi 4.1
Foothills Elementary School Glendale 2.2 mi 4.5
Coyote Hills Elementary School Peoria 2.2 mi 7.1
Peoria Traditional School Sun City 2.2 mi 8.2
Legend Springs Elementary Glendale 2.3 mi 8.6
Cactus High School Glendale 2.4 mi 6.5
Challenge Charter School Glendale 2.2 mi 7.8
Sonoran Science Academy-Peoria Peoria 2.2 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,512

Median Home Value

$420,100

Median Rent

$1,777/mo

Population

65,159

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arrowhead Elementary School

What grades does Arrowhead Elementary School serve?

Arrowhead Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Arrowhead Elementary School?

Arrowhead Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 558 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arrowhead Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arrowhead Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arrowhead Elementary School rank in AZ?

Arrowhead Elementary School ranks #510 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Arrowhead Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arrowhead Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Arrowhead Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arrowhead Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Arrowhead Elementary School a charter school?

No, Arrowhead Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arrowhead Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Arrowhead Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
558
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

District

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
District Enrollment
32,837
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,940
District Rank
#23 of 41

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