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Sunflower School
School · Peoria Unified School District (4237)
5490 W PARADISE LN, Glendale, AZ 85306
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
21
Student-Teacher
7:1
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Sunflower School
Sunflower School is a public school in Glendale, AZ, part of the Peoria Unified School District (4237). The school serves approximately 21 students in grades Pre-K – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 7:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $82,060, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 21 students, Sunflower School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, Sunflower School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Address
- 5490 W PARADISE LN, Glendale, AZ 85306
- Phone
- (623) 412-5050
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: N/A.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
5490 W PARADISE LN, Glendale, AZ 85306
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunflower School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Peoria eCampus (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Peoria). Additionally, Desert Heights Charter School (rated 4.2/10, 0.3 miles away). For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Canyon Elementary School Glendale | 0.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Desert Heights Charter School Glendale | 0.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Intelli-School Glendale Glendale | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Challenge Charter School Glendale | 0.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Desert Sky Middle School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Kachina Elementary School Glendale | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Peoria eCampus Peoria | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Foothills Elementary School Glendale | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Greenbrier Elementary School Glendale | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Traditional Academy at Bellair Glendale | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Cactus High School Glendale | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Deer Valley Academy Phoenix | 1.4 mi | — |
| Deer Valley High School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Grovers Glendale | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ThrivePoint Online High School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| West-MEC - Deer Valley High School Glendale | 1.4 mi | — |
| Pioneer Elementary School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Sunburst School Glendale | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| SUNRISE MONTESSORI SCHOOL SOUTH Glendale | 1.6 mi | — |
| Highland Lakes School Glendale | 2.0 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85306 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,060
Median Home Value
$342,000
Median Rent
$1,666/mo
Population
24,696
College Educated
24.4%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
37.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Sunflower School has a median household income of $82,060. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $342,000, with a median rent of $1,666/month. The local poverty rate of 9.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASCEND Prescott, AZ | — |
| AmeriSchools Academy Online Instruction Tucson, AZ | — |
| Blue Elementary School Blue, AZ | — |
| CARD ACADEMY CHANDLER Chandler, AZ | — |
| CASA NINOS SCHOOL OF MONTESSORI - EAST CAMPUS Tucson, AZ | — |
| Cave Creek Academy of Excellence Cave Creek, AZ | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunflower School
What grades does Sunflower School serve?
Sunflower School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Sunflower School?
Sunflower School has an enrollment of approximately 21 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunflower School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunflower School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Sunflower School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Sunflower School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Sunflower School a charter school?
No, Sunflower School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunflower School a Title I school?
No, Sunflower School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (3,171/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Glendale). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 21
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Type
- special_ed
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 412-5050
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Peoria Unified School District (4237)- District Enrollment
- 35,466
- Schools in District
- 44
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,026
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