Average
#860 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 43% in state
Palm Valley Elementary
Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
17.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#860 of 2,006
In Litchfield Park
#12 of 18
public schools
In district
#11 of 15
Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Palm Valley Elementary
Palm Valley Elementary is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Palm Valley Elementary serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Palm Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #860 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Palm Valley Elementary show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Palm Valley 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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Palm Valley Elementary — Students at Palm Valley Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
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: 6.0/10.
How Palm Valley Elementary Compares
See how Palm Valley Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palm Valley Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST PETER'S EPISCOPAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Litchfield Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Rancho Santa Fe Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 miNeighborhood 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 Palm Valley Elementary
What grades does Palm Valley Elementary serve?
Palm Valley Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Palm Valley Elementary?
Palm Valley Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palm Valley Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Palm Valley Elementary is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palm Valley Elementary rank in AZ?
Palm Valley Elementary ranks #860 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Palm Valley Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Palm Valley Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Palm Valley Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palm Valley Elementary has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Palm Valley Elementary a charter school?
No, Palm Valley Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palm Valley Elementary a Title I school?
No, Palm Valley Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 653
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (623) 535-6400
Resources & Links
District
Litchfield Elementary District (4281)- District Enrollment
- 10,734
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,992
- District Rank
- #11 of 15
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