Average
#939 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 47% in state
Saddleback Elementary School
Elementary School · Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
18600 N PORTER RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
712
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#939 of 2,006
In Maricopa
#8 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 10
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Saddleback Elementary School
Saddleback Elementary School is a public elementary school in Maricopa, AZ, part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441). Saddleback Elementary School serves approximately 712 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Saddleback Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Saddleback Elementary School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
51% of students at Saddleback 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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Saddleback Elementary School — Students at Saddleback Elementary School score 31% 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: 6.5/10.
How Saddleback Elementary School Compares
See how Saddleback 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
18600 N PORTER RD, Maricopa, AZ 85138
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saddleback Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pima Butte Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Butterfield Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Casa Blanca Community School (rated 7.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Bapchule), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Maricopa, see our Maricopa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| A+ Charter Schools Maricopa | 0.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Butterfield Elementary School Maricopa | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa | 1.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Santa Rosa Elementary School Maricopa | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa | 2.2 mi | — |
| Maricopa High School Maricopa | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Maricopa Elementary School Maricopa | 2.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Pima Butte Elementary School Maricopa | 2.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Santa Cruz Elementary School Maricopa | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa | 3.8 mi | 5.1 |
| CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge | 4.1 mi | — |
| Desert Sunrise High School Maricopa | 4.1 mi | — |
| Casa Blanca Community School Bapchule | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Skyline D5 Peoria | 8.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Stanfield Elementary School Stanfield | 12.2 mi | 3.8 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy - Casa Grande HS Casa Grande | 15.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85138 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,609
Median Home Value
$342,900
Median Rent
$1,919/mo
Population
52,342
College Educated
21.9%
Homeownership
81.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| Coyote Springs Elementary School Prescott Valley, AZ | 6.5 |
| Desert Meadows Elementary School Laveen, AZ | 6.5 |
| Desert Oasis Elementary School Wittmann, AZ | 6.5 |
| Desert Star Goodyear, AZ | 6.5 |
| Fine Arts Academy Cashion, AZ | 6.5 |
| John E White Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saddleback Elementary School
What grades does Saddleback Elementary School serve?
Saddleback Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Saddleback Elementary School?
Saddleback Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 712 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saddleback Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saddleback Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saddleback Elementary School rank in AZ?
Saddleback Elementary School ranks #939 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Saddleback Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saddleback Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Saddleback Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saddleback Elementary School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saddleback Elementary School a charter school?
No, Saddleback Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saddleback Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Saddleback 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
- 712
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 51.4%
- Phone
- (520) 568-6110
Resources & Links
District
Maricopa Unified School District (4441)- District Enrollment
- 9,225
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,671
- District Rank
- #6 of 10
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