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#468 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 23% in state

Butterfield Elementary School

Elementary School · Maricopa Unified School District (4441)

43800 W HONEYCUTT RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138

Enrollment

860

Student-Teacher

15.4:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#468 of 2,006

In Maricopa

#3 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 10

Maricopa Unified School District (4441)

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Butterfield Elementary School

7.7/10

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About Butterfield Elementary School

Butterfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maricopa, AZ, part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441). Butterfield Elementary School serves approximately 860 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Butterfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #468 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Butterfield Elementary School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.59 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,671
Chronic Absenteeism7.6%

Butterfield Elementary School — Students at Butterfield Elementary School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.6% (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
58%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
38%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
54%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
41%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Butterfield Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

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

43800 W HONEYCUTT RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Butterfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mobile Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 13.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pima Butte Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Casa Blanca Community School (rated 7.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Bapchule), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Maricopa, see our Maricopa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 13.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa 0.4 mi 3.2
CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa 0.9 mi
Maricopa High School Maricopa 0.9 mi 5.2
Santa Rosa Elementary School Maricopa 1.2 mi 7.1
Maricopa Elementary School Maricopa 1.4 mi 6.9
Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa 1.3 mi 5.1
Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert 1.4 mi 5.1
Saddleback Elementary School Maricopa 1.5 mi 6.5
A+ Charter Schools Maricopa 1.7 mi 5.8
Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa 1.6 mi 5.0
Pima Butte Elementary School Maricopa 2.1 mi 7.8
Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler 2.2 mi 5.9
Santa Cruz Elementary School Maricopa 4.8 mi 6.8
Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa 5.1 mi 5.1
CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge 5.6 mi
Desert Sunrise High School Maricopa 5.6 mi
Casa Blanca Community School Bapchule 6.5 mi 7.6
Skyline D5 Peoria 9.7 mi 4.3
Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield 13.4 mi 3.8
Mobile Elementary School Maricopa 13.5 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,609

Median Home Value

$342,900

Median Rent

$1,919/mo

Population

52,342

College Educated

21.9%

Homeownership

81.5%

Avg Commute

37.6 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

36

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Butterfield Elementary School

What grades does Butterfield Elementary School serve?

Butterfield Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Butterfield Elementary School?

Butterfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 860 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Butterfield Elementary School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Butterfield Elementary School rank in AZ?

Butterfield Elementary School ranks #468 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Butterfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Butterfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Butterfield Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Butterfield Elementary School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Butterfield Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Butterfield Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
860
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.6%

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