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#1379 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Excelencia School
Elementary School · Creighton Elementary District (4263)
2181 E MCDOWELL RD, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,379 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#270 of 422
public schools
In district
#3 of 10
Creighton Elementary District (4263)
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Excelencia School
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Excelencia School
Excelencia School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Creighton Elementary District (4263). Excelencia School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Excelencia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,379 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Excelencia School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Excelencia 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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Excelencia School — Students at Excelencia School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
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: 4.3/10.
How Excelencia School Compares
See how Excelencia School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2181 E MCDOWELL RD, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Excelencia School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Augustus H. Shaw Montessori (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas A Edison School (rated 6.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Creighton Virtual Academy Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix | 0.4 mi | 6.6 |
| YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Thomas A Edison School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| William T Machan Elementary School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Whittier Elementary School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| The Creighton Academy Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Robert L. Duffy High School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Garfield School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Wilson Elementary School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| VALIANT COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Wilson Primary School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Augustus H. Shaw Montessori Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy Pilgrim Rest STEM K-5 School Tempe | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| North High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Larry C Kennedy School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Loma Linda Elementary School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,742
Median Home Value
$376,600
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
22,081
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Excelencia School
What grades does Excelencia School serve?
Excelencia School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Excelencia School?
Excelencia School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Excelencia School?
The student-teacher ratio at Excelencia School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Excelencia School rank in AZ?
Excelencia School ranks #1,379 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Excelencia School's MySchoolScout rating?
Excelencia School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Excelencia School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Excelencia School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Excelencia School a charter school?
No, Excelencia School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Excelencia School a Title I school?
No, Excelencia School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 509
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.8%
- Phone
- (602) 381-4670
Resources & Links
District
Creighton Elementary District (4263)- District Enrollment
- 4,900
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
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