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Sky View Elementary School

Elementary School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)

8624 W SWEETWATER AVE, Peoria, AZ 85381

Enrollment

497

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,282 of 2,006

In Peoria

#27 of 39

public schools

In district

#27 of 42

Peoria Unified School District (4237)

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Sky View Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Peoria · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Sky View Elementary School

Sky View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Peoria, AZ, part of Peoria Unified School District (4237). Sky View Elementary School serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sky View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,282 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Sky View Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

57% of students at Sky View 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 Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,026
Chronic Absenteeism57.1%

Sky View Elementary School — Students at Sky View Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 42.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.0% (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
58%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
38%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
29%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
25%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Sky View Elementary School Compares

See how Sky View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
57.1%

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

8624 W SWEETWATER AVE, Peoria, AZ 85381

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sky View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oasis Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert Harbor Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Oakwood Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
SIERRA SCHOOL OF PEORIA Peoria 0.7 mi 7.7
Cheyenne Elementary School Peoria 0.8 mi 5.0
Peoria High School Peoria 1.1 mi 5.9
Peoria Flex Academy Peoria 1.1 mi 6.8
Oasis Elementary School Peoria 1.0 mi 7.9
ARROWHEAD MONTESSORI Peoria 1.2 mi 5.2
Centennial High School Peoria 1.1 mi 6.8
Peoria Elementary School Peoria 1.3 mi 6.2
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF ARROWHEAD Peoria 1.3 mi
Desert Harbor Elementary School Peoria 1.6 mi 7.6
Peoria Accelerated High School Peoria 1.7 mi 3.7
Paseo Verde Elementary School Peoria 1.8 mi 7.0
Academy of Math and Science Peoria Advanced Tucson 1.9 mi 5.6
Ombudsman - Charter Northwest Peoria 1.9 mi 4.3
SOUTHWEST INDIAN SCHOOLS/LIVING WORD ACADEMY Peoria 1.8 mi
Alta Loma School Peoria 2.1 mi 5.0
Oakwood Elementary School Peoria 1.8 mi 7.1
Santa Fe Elementary School Peoria 2.2 mi 5.0
RCB College Preparatory Academy Peoria 2.0 mi
Sundance Elementary School Peoria 2.2 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85381 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$94,442

Median Home Value

$407,900

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

26,895

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

65.9%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Median Age

43.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sky View Elementary School

What grades does Sky View Elementary School serve?

Sky View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Sky View Elementary School?

Sky View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sky View Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sky View Elementary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sky View Elementary School rank in AZ?

Sky View Elementary School ranks #1,282 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Sky View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sky View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Sky View Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sky View Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sky View Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sky View Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sky View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.1%

District

Peoria Unified School District (4237)
District Enrollment
35,466
Schools in District
44
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,026
District Rank
#27 of 42

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