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#1961 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Carol G. Peck Elementary School

Elementary School · Alhambra Elementary District (4280)

5810 N 49TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85301

Enrollment

683

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

3.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,961 of 2,006

In Glendale

#81 of 82

public schools

In district

#15 of 16

Alhambra Elementary District (4280)

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Carol G. Peck Elementary School

3.0/10

Elementary School in Glendale · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Carol G. Peck Elementary School

Carol G. Peck Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280). Carol G.

Peck Elementary School serves approximately 683 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Carol G. Peck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,961 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Carol G. Peck Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

61% of students at Carol G. Peck 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 Progress1.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,777
Chronic Absenteeism60.9%

Carol G. Peck Elementary School — Students at Carol G. Peck Elementary School score 11% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 37.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 38.5% (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
62%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
24%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
13%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
13%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
13%

* 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: 1.8/10.

How Carol G. Peck Elementary School Compares

See how Carol G. Peck Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
60.9%

Location

5810 N 49TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carol G. Peck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science Glendale (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Glenn F Burton School Glendale 0.5 mi 4.0
Glenview College Preparatory High School Phoenix 0.7 mi 7.1
Great Hearts Academies - Maryvale Prep Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.4
HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN Phoenix 0.8 mi 6.7
ST LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL Glendale 0.9 mi 5.9
Barcelona Elementary School Glendale 0.9 mi 4.4
Academy of Math and Science Glendale Tucson 1.2 mi 7.0
James W. Rice Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.3
Alhambra Preschool Academy Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.1
GLENVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.7
CHILDREN'S CENTER FOR NEURODEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES Glendale 1.4 mi 7.0
Sevilla Elementary School-West Campus Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.3
Cartwright Early Childhood Center Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.0
GRACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Glendale 1.5 mi 5.4
John F. Long Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.0
Catalina Ventura School Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.5
Bret R. Tarver Leadership Academy Phoenix 1.7 mi 3.6
Marc T. Atkinson Middle School & Gifted Academy Phoenix 1.7 mi 5.4
Sevilla Elementary School-East Campus Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.7
Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix 1.5 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,422

Median Home Value

$218,100

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

66,970

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

29.8

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Desert Horizon Elementary School Phoenix, AZ 2.9
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carol G. Peck Elementary School

What grades does Carol G. Peck Elementary School serve?

Carol G. Peck Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Carol G. Peck Elementary School?

Carol G. Peck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 683 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Carol G. Peck Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Carol G. Peck Elementary School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Carol G. Peck Elementary School rank in AZ?

Carol G. Peck Elementary School ranks #1,961 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Carol G. Peck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Carol G. Peck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Carol G. Peck Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Carol G. Peck Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Carol G. Peck Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Carol G. Peck Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Carol G. Peck Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
683
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
60.9%

District

Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
District Enrollment
9,854
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,777
District Rank
#15 of 16

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