Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School

McDowell Mountain Elementary School is a regular public elementary school located in the rural area near the town of Fountain Hills, Arizona. The school serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and has an enrollment of 418 students. With a student-teacher ratio of 14.4:1, McDowell Mountain Elementary provides a fairly personalized educational experience.

The school employs 29 full-time equivalent teachers, contributing to a supportive learning environment. McDowell Mountain Elementary School has a MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10, placing it in the 66th percentile among Arizona schools. The school’s academic performance, as measured by state tests, shows that 37% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading, and 32% are proficient or above in Math.

These scores indicate areas where the school is focusing on student development and academic growth. The school is situated in a neighborhood with a median household income of $100,566 and a median home value of $521,700. Approximately 50% of the population has a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate is just 5.5%.

This community supports a vibrant and engaged school environment. McDowell Mountain Elementary School is a part of the welcoming and affluent community of Fountain Hills, where families value education and support their children's academic journey.

Located in a rural area, Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.