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#1606 of 2,000 schools in AZ
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Blue Horizons Elementary School
Elementary School · Liberty Elementary District (4266)
20070 W. Blue Horizons Pkwy. N, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Enrollment
940
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
940
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Buckeye
#2 of 3
public schools
Arizona elementary schools
#945 of 1,216
In district
#5 of 7
Liberty Elementary District (4266)
About Blue Horizons Elementary School
Blue Horizons Elementary School serves 940 students from prekindergarten through eighth grade in Buckeye, Arizona. This regular public school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19.6:1 with 48 full-time equivalent teachers on staff. The school currently holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1196 out of 2029 schools statewide, placing it in the 41st percentile among Arizona schools.
Academically, Blue Horizons shows room for growth, with 32% of students performing at proficient or above levels in English Language Arts and reading, while 21% meet proficiency standards in mathematics across all grade levels tested. Blue Horizons Elementary operates within the 85326 zip code area, where the median household income reaches $82,456 and median home values average $291,600. The surrounding community of 73,579 residents maintains a relatively low poverty rate of 10.1%, though only 16% hold bachelor's degrees or higher education credentials.
The school sits in Buckeye's expanding suburban landscape along West Blue Horizons Parkway North, serving families in one of Arizona's fastest-growing communities in Maricopa County.
Score Breakdown
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Blue Horizons Elementary School — Students at Blue Horizons Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 2 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
How Blue Horizons Elementary School Compares
See how Blue Horizons Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
20070 W. Blue Horizons Pkwy. N, Buckeye, AZ 85326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Blue Horizons Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belen Soto Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Pk), which scores notably higher. Another option is Verrado Heritage Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Las Brisas Academy (rated 6.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Goodyear), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Buckeye, see our Buckeye schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$91,444
Median Home Value
$342,400
Median Rent
$1,635/mo
Population
73,912
College Educated
17.3%
Homeownership
80.4%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
7.5%
Median Age
34.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Blue Horizons Elementary School has a median household income of $91,444. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,400, with a median rent of $1,635/month. The local poverty rate of 7.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 33 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Blue Horizons Elementary School
What grades does Blue Horizons Elementary School serve?
Blue Horizons Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Blue Horizons Elementary School?
Blue Horizons Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 940 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Blue Horizons Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Blue Horizons Elementary School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Blue Horizons Elementary School rank in AZ?
Blue Horizons Elementary School is ranked #1606 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.
What is Blue Horizons Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Blue Horizons Elementary School has a composite rating of 5.0 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.
What are the test scores at Blue Horizons Elementary School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Blue Horizons Elementary School has 21.0% math proficiency and 32.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Blue Horizons Elementary School a charter school?
No, Blue Horizons Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Blue Horizons Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Blue Horizons Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (939/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Buckeye). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 940
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 474-6600
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Liberty Elementary District (4266)- District Enrollment
- 4,444
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,201
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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