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#345 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 17% in state

Terramar Academy of the Arts

Elementary School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

7000 W HAPPY VALLEY RD, Peoria, AZ 85383

Enrollment

963

Student-Teacher

17.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#345 of 2,006

In Peoria

#7 of 39

public schools

In district

#16 of 41

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

Academic performance

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Terramar Academy of the Arts

8.1/10

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

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7.9/10

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About Terramar Academy of the Arts

Terramar Academy of the Arts is a public elementary school in Peoria, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Terramar Academy of the Arts serves approximately 963 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Terramar Academy of the Arts has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #345 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Terramar Academy of the Arts show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

32% of students at Terramar Academy of the Arts 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 Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.44 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism31.9%

Terramar Academy of the Arts — Students at Terramar Academy of the Arts score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 67.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.7% (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
76%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
80%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
54%
ELA
60%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Terramar Academy of the Arts Compares

See how Terramar Academy of the Arts performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

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

7000 W HAPPY VALLEY RD, Peoria, AZ 85383

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Terramar Academy of the Arts may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Glendale (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Las Brisas Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Copper Creek Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Happy Valley School Mesa 0.3 mi 7.9
EdOptions HS Learning Center Peoria 0.6 mi 2.6
BAYER PRIVATE SCHOOL Glendale 1.0 mi 7.6
Hillcrest Middle School Glendale 1.4 mi 7.7
Mountain Ridge High School Glendale 1.4 mi 8.0
West-MEC - Mountain Ridge High School Glendale 1.5 mi
Las Brisas Elementary School Glendale 1.5 mi 9.0
Copper Creek Elementary School Glendale 1.9 mi 8.9
Legacy Traditional School - Peoria Peoria 2.1 mi 8.1
Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep Phoenix 2.0 mi 8.7
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Glendale Phoenix 2.0 mi 9.4
Inspiration Mountain School Phoenix 2.1 mi 7.2
BLACK MOUNTAIN SCIENCE ACADEMY Peoria 2.5 mi 5.8
Legend Springs Elementary Glendale 2.5 mi 8.6
Sierra Verde STEAM Academy Glendale 2.6 mi 8.8
Student Choice High School Peoria 2.5 mi 4.1
West Wing School Peoria 2.3 mi 8.4
Frontier Elementary School Peoria 2.8 mi 6.2
Sunrise Mountain High School Peoria 3.0 mi 7.5
GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PEORIA Peoria 3.4 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85383 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$138,671

Median Home Value

$607,700

Median Rent

$2,371/mo

Population

72,101

College Educated

50.7%

Homeownership

91.7%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

40.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Terramar Academy of the Arts

What grades does Terramar Academy of the Arts serve?

Terramar Academy of the Arts serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Terramar Academy of the Arts?

Terramar Academy of the Arts has an enrollment of approximately 963 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Terramar Academy of the Arts?

The student-teacher ratio at Terramar Academy of the Arts is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Terramar Academy of the Arts rank in AZ?

Terramar Academy of the Arts ranks #345 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Terramar Academy of the Arts's MySchoolScout rating?

Terramar Academy of the Arts 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 Terramar Academy of the Arts?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Terramar Academy of the Arts has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Terramar Academy of the Arts a charter school?

No, Terramar Academy of the Arts is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Terramar Academy of the Arts a Title I school?

No, Terramar Academy of the Arts is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
963
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.9%

District

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)
District Enrollment
32,837
Schools in District
41
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,940
District Rank
#16 of 41

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