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Very Good

#582 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 29% in state

Copperwood School

Elementary School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)

11232 N 65TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85304

Enrollment

646

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#582 of 2,006

In Glendale

#22 of 82

public schools

In district

#8 of 42

Peoria Unified School District (4237)

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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7.4/10

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About Copperwood School

Copperwood School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Peoria Unified School District (4237). Copperwood School serves approximately 646 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Copperwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #582 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Copperwood School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

34% of students at Copperwood 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,026
Chronic Absenteeism33.7%

Copperwood School — Students at Copperwood School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.6% (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
73%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2022
Math
48%
ELA
49%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Copperwood School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.4/10
71th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

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

11232 N 65TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85304

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Copperwood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - Glendale (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Oasis Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Peoria), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Oakwood Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Peoria), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
LITTLE SCHOLARS ACADEMY Peoria 0.2 mi
ACES-PEORIA Peoria 0.6 mi 7.3
Sundance Elementary School Peoria 0.6 mi 4.8
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School Glendale 0.7 mi 5.2
RCB College Preparatory Academy Peoria 0.8 mi
Desert Valley Elementary School Glendale 1.1 mi 5.5
Ira A Murphy Peoria 1.0 mi 4.5
Ironwood High School Glendale 1.2 mi 6.7
Oakwood Elementary School Peoria 1.2 mi 7.1
West-MEC Glendale Community College Glendale 1.4 mi
GCC Early Childhood Learning Lab Glendale 1.4 mi
Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale 1.4 mi 4.2
Legacy Traditional School - Glendale Glendale 1.7 mi 8.2
Marshall Ranch Elementary School Glendale 1.5 mi 5.2
Peoria Elementary School Peoria 1.6 mi 6.2
Academy of Math and Science Peoria Advanced Tucson 1.6 mi 5.6
Heritage School Glendale 1.7 mi 5.0
Santa Fe Elementary School Peoria 1.8 mi 5.0
SOUTHWEST INDIAN SCHOOLS/LIVING WORD ACADEMY Peoria 2.0 mi
Oasis Elementary School Peoria 1.8 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85304 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,976

Median Home Value

$345,400

Median Rent

$1,401/mo

Population

29,745

College Educated

24.3%

Homeownership

80.5%

Avg Commute

26.7 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

40

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Copperwood School

What grades does Copperwood School serve?

Copperwood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Copperwood School?

Copperwood School has an enrollment of approximately 646 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Copperwood School?

The student-teacher ratio at Copperwood School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Copperwood School rank in AZ?

Copperwood School ranks #582 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Copperwood School's MySchoolScout rating?

Copperwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Copperwood School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Copperwood School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Copperwood School a charter school?

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

Is Copperwood School a Title I school?

No, Copperwood School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
646
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.7%

District

Peoria Unified School District (4237)
District Enrollment
35,466
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,026
District Rank
#8 of 42

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