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Very Good

#488 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 24% in state

Heritage Elementary - Williams

Elementary School · Heritage Elementary School (81076)

13419 W OCOTILLO RD, Glendale, AZ 85307

Charter

Enrollment

51

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#488 of 2,006

In Glendale

#16 of 82

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Heritage Elementary School (81076)

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Heritage Elementary - Williams

7.6/10

Elementary School in Glendale · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Williams Elementary/middle School

6.9/10

0.9 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.2/10

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About Heritage Elementary - Williams

Heritage Elementary - Williams is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Heritage Elementary School (81076). Heritage Elementary - Williams serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Heritage Elementary - Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #488 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Heritage Elementary - Williams show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Heritage Elementary - Williams is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Heritage Elementary - Williams is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

Heritage Elementary - Williams 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-0.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics6.8Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$11,422
Chronic Absenteeism47.1%

Heritage Elementary - Williams — Students at Heritage Elementary - Williams score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 30.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 42.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
15%
ELA
34.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
54.5%
2011
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2012
Math
44.5%
ELA
64.5%
2013
Math
44.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
34.5%
ELA
15%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2022
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Heritage Elementary - Williams Compares

See how Heritage Elementary - Williams performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
76th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.8/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Location

13419 W OCOTILLO RD, Glendale, AZ 85307

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heritage Elementary - Williams may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Territorial Early Childhood Center (rated 9.0/10, 37.1 miles away, in nearby Chino Valley), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ash Fork Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 17.4 miles away, in nearby Ash Fork), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Williams Elementary/Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Williams), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

19 within 37.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Williams Elementary/Middle School Williams 0.9 mi 6.9
Williams High School Williams 1.1 mi 8.2
Maine Consolidated School Parks 13.1 mi 5.8
Ash Fork Elementary School Ash Fork 17.4 mi 8.8
Ash Fork High School Ash Fork 17.4 mi 8.2
Ash Fork Middle School Ash Fork 17.4 mi 8.8
Paulden Community School Paulden 29.5 mi 4.0
Clarkdale-Jerome Elementary School Clarkdale 34.5 mi 6.3
Sedona Charter School Sedona 34.1 mi 6.8
VACTE - Yavapai College Sedona Center Sedona 34.5 mi
VACTE - Sedona-Oak Creek Joint Unified School District Sedona 34.7 mi
Sedona Red Rock Junior/Senior High School Sedona 34.7 mi 4.8
Red Rock Academy Sedona 34.7 mi
West Sedona Elementary School Sedona 34.8 mi 5.4
Mingus Springs Charter School Chino Valley 36.2 mi 5.2
Territorial Early Childhood Center Chino Valley 37.1 mi 9.0
Heritage Middle School Chino Valley 37.8 mi 5.0
Del Rio Elementary School Chino Valley 37.9 mi 5.7
VERDE VALLEY SCHOOL Sedona 37.8 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85307 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,540

Median Home Value

$368,700

Median Rent

$1,745/mo

Population

13,290

College Educated

26.2%

Homeownership

46.3%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

28.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heritage Elementary - Williams

What grades does Heritage Elementary - Williams serve?

Heritage Elementary - Williams serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Heritage Elementary - Williams?

Heritage Elementary - Williams has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

How does Heritage Elementary - Williams rank in AZ?

Heritage Elementary - Williams ranks #488 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Heritage Elementary - Williams's MySchoolScout rating?

Heritage Elementary - Williams has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Heritage Elementary - Williams?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heritage Elementary - Williams has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Heritage Elementary - Williams a charter school?

Yes, Heritage Elementary - Williams is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Heritage Elementary - Williams a Title I school?

No, Heritage Elementary - Williams is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
51
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.1%

District

Heritage Elementary School (81076)
District Enrollment
847
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,422
District Rank
#2 of 2

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