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#343 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 17% in state

Queen Creek Elementary School

Elementary School · Queen Creek Unified District (4245)

23636 S 204TH ST, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Enrollment

735

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#343 of 2,006

In Queen Creek

#7 of 26

public schools

In district

#5 of 14

Queen Creek Unified District (4245)

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Queen Creek Elementary School

8.1/10

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

Queen Creek Virtual Academy

4.7/10

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American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12

7.3/10

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About Queen Creek Elementary School

Queen Creek Elementary School is a public elementary school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245). Queen Creek Elementary School serves approximately 735 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Queen Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #343 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Queen Creek Elementary School show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,137
Chronic Absenteeism21.1%

Queen Creek Elementary School — Students at Queen Creek Elementary School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.1% (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
77%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
65%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
66%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
53%
ELA
49%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Queen Creek Elementary School Compares

See how Queen Creek Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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

23636 S 204TH ST, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queen Creek Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Frances Brandon-Pickett Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Desert Mountain Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Queen Creek Virtual Academy Queen Creek 0.2 mi 4.7
American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12 Queen Creek 0.5 mi 7.3
Desert Mountain Elementary Queen Creek 1.0 mi 7.9
Newell Barney College Preparatory School Queen Creek 1.6 mi 7.7
CANYON STATE ACADEMY Queen Creek 2.1 mi 8.0
Queen Creek Junior High School Queen Creek 2.1 mi 6.4
Frances Brandon-Pickett Elementary Queen Creek 2.0 mi 8.2
Jack Barnes Elementary School Queen Creek 2.3 mi 7.6
Crismon High School Queen Creek 2.1 mi
JEWELL SCHOOL Queen Creek 2.4 mi
Queen Creek High School Queen Creek 2.4 mi 7.4
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Power Gilbert 2.4 mi 7.9
Dr. Camille Casteel High School Queen Creek 2.4 mi 8.1
Leading Edge Academy Mountain View Gilbert 2.8 mi 6.0
American Leadership Academy Signal Butte K-6 Queen Creek 2.6 mi 3.8
Dr. Gary and Annette Auxier Elementary School Queen Creek 2.6 mi 9.2
Sossaman Middle School Queen Creek 2.7 mi 8.2
Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center Queen Creek 2.8 mi 6.5
Heritage Academy Gateway Mesa 3.2 mi 8.0
EVIT - Heritage Academy Gateway Queen Creek 3.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$125,236

Median Home Value

$521,300

Median Rent

$2,092/mo

Population

87,201

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

88.7%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

36.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Queen Creek Elementary School

What grades does Queen Creek Elementary School serve?

Queen Creek Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Queen Creek Elementary School?

Queen Creek Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 735 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Queen Creek Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Queen Creek Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queen Creek Elementary School rank in AZ?

Queen Creek Elementary School ranks #343 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Queen Creek Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queen Creek Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Queen Creek Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queen Creek Elementary School has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Queen Creek Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Queen Creek Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Queen Creek Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
735
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.1%

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