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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

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

Partial Profile · 2/3 metrics
Student ProgressNot Available

Requires 2+ years of test data

Academics4.9Below Average60%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency21%
Reading/ELA Proficiency32%
Overall Proficiency27%
Expected (poverty-adj.)45%
vs. Expected-18.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment5.1Average40%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,165

Blue Horizons Elementary School — Students at Blue Horizons Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Component weights adjusted due to data availability.

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.0%
School
State
N/A

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.

Overall Score
5.0/10
20th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
4.9/10
Environment
5.1/10
Above average

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 mi
School Distance Rating
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Verrado Way and I-10 Mesa 0.8 mi 6.0
Southwest Campus Buckeye 0.8 mi
Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies Buckeye 1.0 mi 6.4
BUHSD Institute of Online Learning Buckeye 1.1 mi 4.5
Great Hearts Academies - Roosevelt Phoenix 1.1 mi 7.3
Verrado Heritage Elementary School Litchfield Park 2.3 mi 6.9
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills Buckeye 2.3 mi 5.9
Freedom Elementary School Buckeye 2.2 mi 5.5
White Tanks Learning Center Litchfield Park 2.7 mi
Scott L Libby Elementary School Litchfield Park 2.8 mi 4.8
West-MEC - Verrado High School Buckeye 3.3 mi
Verrado High School Buckeye 3.3 mi 6.8
Verrado Middle School Litchfield Park 3.5 mi 6.3
Verrado Elementary School Litchfield Park 3.6 mi 5.6
Las Brisas Academy Goodyear 3.6 mi 6.8
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear Buckeye 3.3 mi 4.6
Belen Soto Elementary School Litchfield Pk 4.2 mi 8.1
Inca Elementary School Buckeye 4.0 mi 6.5
Liberty Elementary School Buckeye 4.7 mi 4.1
Sundance Elementary Buckeye 4.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood 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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Adams Elementary School Mesa, AZ 4.9
Arizona Desert Elementary School Tolleson, AZ 4.9

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.

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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
Data Year
2023–2024

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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