Below Average
#1761 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Country Meadows Elementary School
Elementary School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)
8409 N 111TH AVE, Peoria, AZ 85345
Enrollment
978
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
978
Student-Teacher
22.2:1
Score
4.2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,761 of 2,006
In Peoria
#36 of 39
public schools
In district
#42 of 42
Peoria Unified School District (4237)
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Country Meadows Elementary School
Elementary School in Peoria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Country Meadows Elementary School
Country Meadows Elementary School is a public elementary school in Peoria, AZ, part of Peoria Unified School District (4237). Country Meadows Elementary School serves approximately 978 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Country Meadows Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,761 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Country Meadows Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Country Meadows Elementary School runs 22.2:1 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.
53% of students at Country Meadows 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
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Country Meadows Elementary School — Students at Country Meadows Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 4.2/10.
How Country Meadows Elementary School Compares
See how Country Meadows Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
8409 N 111TH AVE, Peoria, AZ 85345
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Country Meadows Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Heritage Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arizona Autism Charter School West Valley Campus (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Luke Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Autism Charter School West Valley Campus Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| West-MEC - Central Campus Glendale | 1.5 mi | — |
| Sun Valley Elementary School Peoria | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Heritage Elementary School Glendale | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Youngtown | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Northwest Peoria | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF THE SUN CATHOLIC CHURCH Peoria | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Crown Charter School Litchfield Park | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| Riverview School El Mirage | 3.0 mi | 3.5 |
| Sonoran Sky Elementary School Glendale | 3.0 mi | 3.0 |
| Raymond S. Kellis Glendale | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| L. Thomas Heck Middle School Litchfield Park | 2.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Discover U Youngtown | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Luke Elementary School Glendale | 2.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Alta Loma School Peoria | 3.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Westland School Brighton Campus Phoenix | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Arizona Insight Academy Glendale | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Villa De Paz Elementary School Phoenix | 3.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Peoria Accelerated High School Peoria | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Dysart Middle School El Mirage | 3.2 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85345 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,563
Median Home Value
$278,300
Median Rent
$1,563/mo
Population
61,822
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
65.3%
Avg Commute
27.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckeye Elementary School Buckeye, AZ | 4.2 |
| Mountain View Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
| Salida Del Sol Elementary Yuma, AZ | 4.2 |
| Desert Sunset Elementary School Buckeye, AZ | 4.3 |
| Pat Tillman Middle School Phoenix, AZ | 4.3 |
| Cheatham Elementary School Laveen, AZ | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Country Meadows Elementary School
What grades does Country Meadows Elementary School serve?
Country Meadows Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Country Meadows Elementary School?
Country Meadows Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 978 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Country Meadows Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Country Meadows Elementary School is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Country Meadows Elementary School rank in AZ?
Country Meadows Elementary School ranks #1,761 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Country Meadows Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Country Meadows Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Country Meadows Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Country Meadows Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Country Meadows Elementary School a charter school?
No, Country Meadows Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Country Meadows Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Country Meadows Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 978
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.9%
- Phone
- (623) 412-5200
Resources & Links
District
Peoria Unified School District (4237)- District Enrollment
- 35,466
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,026
- District Rank
- #42 of 42
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