Very Good
#704 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 35% in state
Indian Bend Elementary School
Elementary School · Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
3633 E THUNDERBIRD RD, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
572
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#704 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#127 of 422
public schools
In district
#25 of 44
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Indian Bend Elementary School
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About Indian Bend Elementary School
Indian Bend Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241). Indian Bend Elementary School serves approximately 572 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Indian Bend Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #704 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Indian Bend Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Indian Bend 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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Indian Bend Elementary School — Students at Indian Bend Elementary School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
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: 7.4/10.
How Indian Bend Elementary School Compares
See how Indian Bend 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
3633 E THUNDERBIRD RD, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Indian Bend Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BASIS Phoenix Primary (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Arizona Language Preparatory (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Benchmark School (rated 8.4/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Hearts Academies - North Phoenix Prep Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway North Phoenix Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Benchmark School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Sweetwater Community School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| pvONLINE Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Greenway Middle School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| BASIS Phoenix Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| BASIS Phoenix Primary Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Freedom Academy Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Palomino Intermediate School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Whispering Wind Academy Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Arizona Language Preparatory Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Palomino Primary School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| SCOTTSDALE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Crestview College Preparatory High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 2.7 |
| BREAKTHROUGH ACADEMY- EAST CAMPUS Phoenix | 1.9 mi | — |
| Larkspur Elementary School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Paradise Valley High School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| DESERT VOICES ORAL LEARNING CENTER Phoenix | 2.0 mi | — |
| West-MEC - Paradise Valley High School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,331
Median Home Value
$387,900
Median Rent
$1,492/mo
Population
70,447
College Educated
34.2%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
23.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS' EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Phoenix, AZ | 7.1 |
| Coyote Hills Elementary School Peoria, AZ | 7.1 |
| Desert View Elementary San Luis, AZ | 7.1 |
| GILBERT CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - GREENFIELD CAMPUS Gilbert, AZ | 7.1 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway North Phoenix Phoenix, AZ | 7.1 |
| Kyrene de la Estrella Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Indian Bend Elementary School
What grades does Indian Bend Elementary School serve?
Indian Bend Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Indian Bend Elementary School?
Indian Bend Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 572 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Indian Bend Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Indian Bend Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Indian Bend Elementary School rank in AZ?
Indian Bend Elementary School ranks #704 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Indian Bend Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Indian Bend Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 Indian Bend Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Indian Bend Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Indian Bend Elementary School a charter school?
No, Indian Bend Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Indian Bend Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Indian Bend 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 – 6th
- Enrollment
- 572
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.6%
- Phone
- (602) 449-3200
Resources & Links
District
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)- District Enrollment
- 27,034
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,848
- District Rank
- #25 of 44
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