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Heartland Ranch Elementary School

Elementary School · Coolidge Unified District (4442)

1667 W CAROLINE ST, Coolidge, AZ 85128

Enrollment

549

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,188 of 2,006

In Coolidge

#4 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Coolidge Unified District (4442)

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Heartland Ranch Elementary School

5.8/10

Elementary School in Coolidge · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Heartland Ranch Elementary School

Heartland Ranch Elementary School is a public elementary school in Coolidge, AZ, part of Coolidge Unified District (4442). Heartland Ranch Elementary School serves approximately 549 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Heartland Ranch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,188 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Heartland Ranch Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Heartland Ranch Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Heartland Ranch Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

51% of students at Heartland Ranch 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 Progress6.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,722
Chronic Absenteeism50.8%

Heartland Ranch Elementary School — Students at Heartland Ranch Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 22.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.9% (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
38%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
33%
ELA
50%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
9%
ELA
8%
2015
Math
19%
ELA
16%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
18%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
14%
ELA
18%

* 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: 6.8/10.

How Heartland Ranch Elementary School Compares

See how Heartland Ranch Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.8/10
41th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.8/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.8%

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

1667 W CAROLINE ST, Coolidge, AZ 85128

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heartland Ranch Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary C O'Brien Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Casa Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLORENCE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Blackwater Community School (rated 6.1/10, 3.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Coolidge, see our Coolidge schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
CAVIT - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology Coolidge 0.7 mi 8.1
Imagine Prep Coolidge Coolidge 0.7 mi 3.3
Imagine Coolidge Elementary Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.6
Coolidge Jr. High School Coolidge 0.8 mi 4.3
CAVIT - Coolidge High School Coolidge 1.1 mi
Coolidge High School Coolidge 1.1 mi 7.0
West Elementary School Coolidge 1.2 mi 4.7
Coolidge Alternative Program Coolidge 1.3 mi 4.8
Coolidge Virtual Academy Coolidge 1.3 mi 2.5
Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (K-2) Coolidge 3.9 mi
Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (3-5) Coolidge 3.9 mi
Blackwater Community School Coolidge 3.9 mi 6.1
Mary C O'Brien Elementary School Casa Grande 6.4 mi 9.7
Anthem Elementary School Florence 6.7 mi 5.0
American Leadership Academy Anthem K-6 Florence 7.1 mi 6.3
Copper Basin Florence 10.8 mi 3.5
San Tan Foothills High School Queen Creek 11.0 mi 7.3
Florence High School Florence 9.6 mi 6.7
FLORENCE BAPTIST ACADEMY Florence 9.7 mi 6.7
Walker Butte K-8 Florence 11.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,205

Median Home Value

$208,400

Median Rent

$1,132/mo

Population

18,582

College Educated

12.3%

Homeownership

67.8%

Avg Commute

25.8 min

Poverty Rate

23.3%

Median Age

34.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heartland Ranch Elementary School

What grades does Heartland Ranch Elementary School serve?

Heartland Ranch Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Heartland Ranch Elementary School?

Heartland Ranch Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 549 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heartland Ranch Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heartland Ranch Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heartland Ranch Elementary School rank in AZ?

Heartland Ranch Elementary School ranks #1,188 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Heartland Ranch Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heartland Ranch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Heartland Ranch Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heartland Ranch Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Heartland Ranch Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Heartland Ranch Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Heartland Ranch Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
549
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.8%

District

Coolidge Unified District (4442)
District Enrollment
2,778
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,722
District Rank
#2 of 6

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