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#1145 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Imagine Avondale Elementary
Elementary School · Imagine Avondale Elementary Inc. (89784)
950 N ELISEO FELIX JR WAY, Avondale, AZ 85323
Enrollment
426
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
426
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,145 of 2,006
In Avondale
#3 of 17
public schools
Academic growth
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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Imagine Avondale Elementary
Elementary School in Avondale · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Imagine Avondale Elementary
Imagine Avondale Elementary is a public elementary school in Avondale, AZ, part of Imagine Avondale Elementary Inc. (89784). Imagine Avondale Elementary serves approximately 426 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Imagine Avondale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,145 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Imagine Avondale Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Imagine Avondale Elementary 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.
Imagine Avondale Elementary 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.
70% of students at Imagine Avondale Elementary 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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Imagine Avondale Elementary — Students at Imagine Avondale Elementary score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 8.4/10.
How Imagine Avondale Elementary Compares
See how Imagine Avondale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
950 N ELISEO FELIX JR WAY, Avondale, AZ 85323
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagine Avondale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - Avondale (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sun Valley Academy-Avondale (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Avondale, see our Avondale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Avondale Middle Avondale | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Agua Fria High School Avondale | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| West-MEC - Agua Fria High School Avondale | 0.3 mi | — |
| ThrivePoint High School at Avondale Glendale | 0.4 mi | 3.5 |
| Estrella High School Avondale | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Eliseo C. Felix School Goodyear | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goodyear | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Avondale Middle School Avondale | 0.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Lattie Coor Avondale | 0.9 mi | 2.2 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Avondale Chandler | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Michael Anderson Avondale | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Highland Prep West Avondale | 1.0 mi | — |
| VICTORY AUTISM ACADEMY Goodyear | 1.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Collier Elementary School Avondale | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Estrella Vista Elementary School Avondale | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School Litchfield Park | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Littleton Elementary School Avondale | 1.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Sun Valley Academy-Avondale Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| MONTESSORI IN THE PARK Goodyear | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| La Joya Community High School Avondale | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85323 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,903
Median Home Value
$335,000
Median Rent
$1,625/mo
Population
46,604
College Educated
18.6%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
30.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arlington Elementary School Arlington, AZ | 5.9 |
| Barbara B. Robey Elementary School Litchfield Park, AZ | 5.9 |
| Cactus View Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 5.9 |
| Irving Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 5.9 |
| Kingman Academy of Learning - Primary School Kingman, AZ | 5.9 |
| Kyrene de la Esperanza School Phoenix, AZ | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagine Avondale Elementary
What grades does Imagine Avondale Elementary serve?
Imagine Avondale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Imagine Avondale Elementary?
Imagine Avondale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 426 students.
How does Imagine Avondale Elementary rank in AZ?
Imagine Avondale Elementary ranks #1,145 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Imagine Avondale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Imagine Avondale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Imagine Avondale Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Avondale Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Imagine Avondale Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Imagine Avondale Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Imagine Avondale Elementary a Title I school?
No, Imagine Avondale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 426
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 70.0%
- Phone
- (623) 344-1730
Resources & Links
District
Imagine Avondale Elementary Inc. (89784)- District Enrollment
- 426
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,145
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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