Average
#840 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 42% in state
Valencia Newcomer School
Elementary School · Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
3802 W Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85019
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
157
Student-Teacher
19.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#840 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#149 of 422
public schools
In district
#3 of 16
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Valencia Newcomer School
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About Valencia Newcomer School
Valencia Newcomer School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280). Valencia Newcomer School serves approximately 157 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Valencia Newcomer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #840 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Valencia Newcomer School show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 157 students, Valencia Newcomer School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Valencia Newcomer School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
48% of students at Valencia Newcomer 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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Valencia Newcomer School — Students at Valencia Newcomer School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: 9.7/10.
How Valencia Newcomer School Compares
See how Valencia Newcomer School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3802 W Maryland Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85019
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Valencia Newcomer School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science Glendale (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Tucson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN (rated 6.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Catalina Ventura School Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Career and College Prep Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 3.6 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| GLENVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ST LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL Glendale | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Ocotillo School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Barcelona Elementary School Glendale | 0.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Glenview College Preparatory High School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Cordova Elementary School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Sevilla Elementary School-West Campus Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Sevilla Elementary School-East Campus Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Academy of Math and Science Glendale Tucson | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Roadrunner Elementary School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bennett Academy Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Glenn F Burton School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 4.0 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Metro Glendale | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Alhambra High School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85019 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,767
Median Home Value
$255,700
Median Rent
$1,342/mo
Population
26,974
College Educated
11.2%
Homeownership
52.1%
Avg Commute
27.9 min
Poverty Rate
26.9%
Median Age
30.1
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|---|---|
| CASTLEHILL COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Tucson, AZ | 6.7 |
| Frances J Warren Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.7 |
| Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy Grand Canyon, AZ | 6.7 |
| Kaibeto Boarding School Kaibeto, AZ | 6.7 |
| Leonor Hambly K-8 Winkelman, AZ | 6.7 |
| Dunham Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Valencia Newcomer School
What grades does Valencia Newcomer School serve?
Valencia Newcomer School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Valencia Newcomer School?
Valencia Newcomer School has an enrollment of approximately 157 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Valencia Newcomer School?
The student-teacher ratio at Valencia Newcomer School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Valencia Newcomer School rank in AZ?
Valencia Newcomer School ranks #840 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Valencia Newcomer School's MySchoolScout rating?
Valencia Newcomer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Valencia Newcomer School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Valencia Newcomer School has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 3% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Valencia Newcomer School a charter school?
No, Valencia Newcomer School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Valencia Newcomer School a Title I school?
No, Valencia Newcomer School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 157
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (602) 336-2283
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)- District Enrollment
- 9,854
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,777
- District Rank
- #3 of 16
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