Average
#773 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 39% in state
Maricopa Elementary School
Elementary School · Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
18150 N ALTERRA PKWY, Maricopa, AZ 85139
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
851
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#773 of 2,006
In Maricopa
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Maricopa Elementary School
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About Maricopa Elementary School
Maricopa Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maricopa, AZ, part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441). Maricopa Elementary School serves approximately 851 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Maricopa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #773 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Maricopa Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
43% of students at Maricopa 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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Maricopa Elementary School — Students at Maricopa Elementary School score 32% 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: 7.3/10.
How Maricopa Elementary School Compares
See how Maricopa 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
18150 N ALTERRA PKWY, Maricopa, AZ 85139
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Maricopa Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mobile Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 12.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pima Butte Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Butterfield Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Maricopa, see our Maricopa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa | 0.6 mi | — |
| Maricopa High School Maricopa | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Butterfield Elementary School Maricopa | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| A+ Charter Schools Maricopa | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Santa Rosa Elementary School Maricopa | 2.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Saddleback Elementary School Maricopa | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler | 2.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Pima Butte Elementary School Maricopa | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School Maricopa | 5.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa | 6.1 mi | 5.1 |
| CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge | 6.3 mi | — |
| Desert Sunrise High School Maricopa | 6.3 mi | — |
| Casa Blanca Community School Bapchule | 7.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Skyline D5 Peoria | 11.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 12.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Mobile Elementary School Maricopa | 12.6 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85139 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,716
Median Home Value
$293,400
Median Rent
$1,481/mo
Population
19,522
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
80.9%
Avg Commute
34.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
37.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maricopa Elementary School
What grades does Maricopa Elementary School serve?
Maricopa Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Maricopa Elementary School?
Maricopa Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 851 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Maricopa Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Maricopa 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 Maricopa Elementary School rank in AZ?
Maricopa Elementary School ranks #773 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Maricopa Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Maricopa Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Maricopa Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Maricopa Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Maricopa Elementary School a charter school?
No, Maricopa Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Maricopa Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Maricopa 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
- 851
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.0%
- Phone
- (520) 568-5160
Resources & Links
District
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)- District Enrollment
- 9,225
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,671
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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