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Very Good

#711 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 35% in state

Park Meadows Elementary School

Elementary School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

20012 N 35TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85308

Enrollment

544

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#711 of 2,006

In Glendale

#24 of 82

public schools

In district

#31 of 41

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Park Meadows Elementary School

7.1/10

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

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About Park Meadows Elementary School

Park Meadows Elementary School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Park Meadows Elementary School serves approximately 544 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Meadows Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #711 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Park Meadows Elementary School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts below district
  • This school 7.1 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Park Meadows 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 Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism41.4%

Park Meadows Elementary School — Students at Park Meadows Elementary School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 65.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
75%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
85%
2013
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
45%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
44%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Park Meadows Elementary School Compares

See how Park Meadows Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.1/10
65th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20012 N 35TH AVE, Glendale, AZ 85308

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Meadows Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Traditional Academy at Bellair (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Shadows Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mirage Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
ARROWHEAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Glendale 0.6 mi 6.2
Thrivepoint High School at Union Hills Glendale 0.9 mi 3.8
Mirage Elementary School Glendale 1.3 mi 6.5
West-MEC - Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix 1.2 mi
Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.1
Legacy Traditional School - Deer Valley Chandler 1.3 mi 6.1
Paseo Hills School Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.4
Sunrise Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.6
Deer Valley Middle School Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.2
Mountain Shadows Elementary School Glendale 1.3 mi 7.4
Imagine Bell Canyon Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.3
Imagine Online Academy of Arizona Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.8
Ombudsman Online Academy Glendale 1.8 mi 3.7
Ombudsman - Charter West Phoenix 2.1 mi 4.7
West-MEC Gateway Community College Phoenix 2.1 mi
ThrivePoint High School at Grovers Glendale 1.9 mi 3.1
ThrivePoint Online High School Glendale 1.9 mi 4.2
Traditional Academy at Bellair Glendale 2.0 mi 9.4
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics Mesa 2.2 mi 4.6
Arizona Conservatory for Arts and Academics Elementary Schoo Mesa 2.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,512

Median Home Value

$420,100

Median Rent

$1,777/mo

Population

65,159

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Meadows Elementary School

What grades does Park Meadows Elementary School serve?

Park Meadows Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Park Meadows Elementary School?

Park Meadows Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 544 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Meadows Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Meadows Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Park Meadows Elementary School rank in AZ?

Park Meadows Elementary School ranks #711 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Park Meadows Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Meadows 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 Park Meadows Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Park Meadows Elementary School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Park Meadows Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Park Meadows Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Park Meadows Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
544
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

District

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
District Enrollment
32,837
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,940
District Rank
#31 of 41

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