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#439 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 22% in state

Mabel Padgett Elementary School

Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#439 of 2,006

In Litchfield Park

#3 of 18

public schools

In district

#4 of 15

Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Mabel Padgett Elementary School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Litchfield Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Mabel Padgett Elementary School

Mabel Padgett Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Mabel Padgett Elementary School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mabel Padgett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #439 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mabel Padgett Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

35% of students at Mabel Padgett 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 Progress7.6Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.62 pts/yr
Data Period2010–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,992
Chronic Absenteeism34.5%

Mabel Padgett Elementary School — Students at Mabel Padgett Elementary School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.9% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.8% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2010
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2021*
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
54%

* 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: 7.6/10.

How Mabel Padgett Elementary School Compares

See how Mabel Padgett Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.6/10
Very Good
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

Location

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mabel Padgett Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C (rated 8.2/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Goodyear), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Somerset Academy Skyway Campus (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Goodyear), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dreaming Summit Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 2.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
West-MEC - Millennium High School Goodyear 0.8 mi
Millennium High School Goodyear 0.8 mi 7.9
Western Sky Middle School Litchfield Park 1.3 mi 7.0
ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Litchfield Park 2.0 mi 7.1
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Trivium Phoenix 2.3 mi 7.0
Great Hearts Academies - Trivium Prep Phoenix 2.3 mi 8.4
Litchfield Elementary School Litchfield Park 2.0 mi 7.1
ST JOHN PAUL II ROMAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 2.4 mi 6.1
JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 2.4 mi 5.2
ST JOHN PAUL II CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Avondale 2.4 mi 5.8
ST THOMAS AQUINAS GRADE SCHOOL Avondale 2.4 mi 5.8
AZ ASPIRE ACADEMY Litchfield Park 2.5 mi 3.3
MONTESSORI IN THE PARK Goodyear 2.8 mi 6.5
Dreaming Summit Elementary Litchfield Park 2.7 mi 7.3
Palm Valley Elementary Litchfield Park 2.8 mi 6.7
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Litchfield Park 2.8 mi 6.8
Incito Schools Goodyear 3.2 mi 5.0
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus Goodyear 3.3 mi 7.9
PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C Goodyear 3.4 mi 8.2
West-MEC Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale 3.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,193

Median Home Value

$499,700

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

38,873

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mabel Padgett Elementary School

What grades does Mabel Padgett Elementary School serve?

Mabel Padgett Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Mabel Padgett Elementary School?

Mabel Padgett Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mabel Padgett Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mabel Padgett Elementary School is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mabel Padgett Elementary School rank in AZ?

Mabel Padgett Elementary School ranks #439 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mabel Padgett Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mabel Padgett Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Mabel Padgett Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mabel Padgett Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Mabel Padgett Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Mabel Padgett Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mabel Padgett Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
34.5%

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