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Stanfield Elementary School

Elementary School · Stanfield Elementary District (4451)

515 S STANFIELD RD, Stanfield, AZ 85172

Enrollment

383

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,862 of 2,006

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Stanfield Elementary School

3.8/10

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About Stanfield Elementary School

Stanfield Elementary School is a public elementary school in Stanfield, AZ, part of Stanfield Elementary District (4451). Stanfield Elementary School serves approximately 383 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Stanfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,862 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Stanfield Elementary School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.6 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Stanfield Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

60% of students at Stanfield 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 Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,663
Chronic Absenteeism59.5%

Stanfield Elementary School — Students at Stanfield Elementary School score 13% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.0% (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
51%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
61%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
11%
2015
Math
16%
ELA
14%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
9%
2017
Math
19%
ELA
14%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
14%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
14%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
14%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Stanfield Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.5%

Location

515 S STANFIELD RD, Stanfield, AZ 85172

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stanfield Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butterfield Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 13.4 miles away, in nearby Maricopa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Santa Rosa Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 14.2 miles away, in nearby Maricopa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maricopa Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Maricopa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Stanfield, see our Stanfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.2 mi
School Distance Rating
ASU Preparatory Academy - Casa Grande HS Casa Grande 6.9 mi 8.5
CAVIT - Desert Sunrise High School Coolidge 10.5 mi
Desert Sunrise High School Maricopa 10.5 mi
Legacy Traditional School - Maricopa Chandler 11.8 mi 5.9
A+ Charter Schools Maricopa 11.9 mi 5.8
Desert Wind Middle School Maricopa 12.1 mi 5.1
Saddleback Elementary School Maricopa 12.2 mi 6.5
Leading Edge Academy Maricopa Gilbert 12.4 mi 5.1
Santa Cruz Elementary School Maricopa 12.8 mi 6.8
Sequoia Pathway Academy Mesa 12.7 mi 5.0
Maricopa Elementary School Maricopa 12.8 mi 6.9
Maricopa Virtual Academy Maricopa 13.2 mi 3.2
Butterfield Elementary School Maricopa 13.4 mi 7.7
CAVIT - Maricopa Unified Maricopa 13.4 mi
Maricopa High School Maricopa 13.4 mi 5.2
Maricopa Wells Middle School Maricopa 13.5 mi 5.1
PPEP TEC - Alice S. Paul Learning Center Tucson 11.9 mi 4.9
Casa Grande Middle School Casa Grande 12.1 mi 2.6
Saguaro Elementary School Casa Grande 12.1 mi 3.1
Santa Rosa Elementary School Maricopa 14.2 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85172 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,213

Median Home Value

$163,200

Population

1,342

College Educated

21.1%

Homeownership

52.3%

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stanfield Elementary School

What grades does Stanfield Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Stanfield Elementary School?

Stanfield Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 383 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stanfield Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stanfield Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Stanfield Elementary School rank in AZ?

Stanfield Elementary School ranks #1,862 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Stanfield Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stanfield Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Stanfield Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stanfield Elementary School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Stanfield Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Stanfield Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
383
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.5%

District

Stanfield Elementary District (4451)
District Enrollment
383
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,663
District Rank
#1 of 1

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