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Copper Trails

Elementary School · Avondale Elementary District (4272)

16875 W CANYON TRAILS BLVD, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Enrollment

1,016

Student-Teacher

26.7:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,077 of 2,006

In Goodyear

#11 of 15

public schools

In district

#6 of 9

Avondale Elementary District (4272)

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Copper Trails

6.1/10

Elementary School in Goodyear · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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7.3/10

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About Copper Trails

Copper Trails is a public elementary school in Goodyear, AZ, part of Avondale Elementary District (4272). Copper Trails serves approximately 1,016 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 26.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Copper Trails has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,077 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Copper Trails show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Copper Trails runs 26.7:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

31% of students at Copper Trails 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio26.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,264
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Copper Trails — Students at Copper Trails score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (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
67%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
39%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
43%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
36%
ELA
46%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Copper Trails Compares

See how Copper Trails performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
46th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

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

16875 W CANYON TRAILS BLVD, Goodyear, AZ 85338

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Copper Trails may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildflower Accelerated Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scott L Libby Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Goodyear, see our Goodyear schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Wildflower Accelerated Academy Goodyear 0.8 mi 8.2
Desert Thunder Goodyear 1.0 mi 7.3
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear Buckeye 0.9 mi 6.8
WEST VALLEY CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Goodyear 1.0 mi 6.0
PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C Goodyear 1.0 mi 8.2
Incito Schools Goodyear 1.1 mi 5.0
Desert Edge High School Goodyear 1.3 mi 6.2
West-MEC - Desert Edge High School Goodyear 1.3 mi
BASIS Goodyear Scottsdale 1.4 mi 7.5
BASIS Goodyear Primary Scottsdale 1.4 mi 5.4
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear Goodyear 1.6 mi 4.5
Desert Star Goodyear 1.8 mi 6.5
Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Goodyear 2.0 mi 7.0
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus Goodyear 2.5 mi 7.9
Las Brisas Academy Goodyear 2.9 mi 7.8
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Trivium Phoenix 3.3 mi 7.0
Great Hearts Academies - Trivium Prep Phoenix 3.3 mi 8.4
Great Hearts Academies - Roosevelt Phoenix 3.1 mi 7.4
Scott L Libby Elementary School Litchfield Park 3.4 mi 8.2
White Tanks Learning Center Litchfield Park 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,345

Median Home Value

$396,100

Median Rent

$1,822/mo

Population

64,448

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

37.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Copper Trails

What grades does Copper Trails serve?

Copper Trails serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Copper Trails?

Copper Trails has an enrollment of approximately 1,016 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Copper Trails?

The student-teacher ratio at Copper Trails is 26.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Copper Trails rank in AZ?

Copper Trails ranks #1,077 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Copper Trails's MySchoolScout rating?

Copper Trails has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Copper Trails?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Copper Trails has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Copper Trails a charter school?

No, Copper Trails is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Copper Trails a Title I school?

No, Copper Trails is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
68 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,016
Student-Teacher Ratio
26.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

District

Avondale Elementary District (4272)
District Enrollment
5,960
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,264
District Rank
#6 of 9

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