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#467 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 23% in state

Verrado Elementary School

Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Enrollment

911

Student-Teacher

22.2:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#467 of 2,006

In Litchfield Park

#4 of 18

public schools

In district

#5 of 15

Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

Academic performance

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Verrado Elementary School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Litchfield Park · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Verrado Middle School

6.7/10

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6.7/10

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About Verrado Elementary School

Verrado Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Verrado Elementary School serves approximately 911 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 22.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Verrado Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #467 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Verrado Elementary School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Verrado Elementary School runs 22.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

33% of students at Verrado 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 Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency58% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio22.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,992
Chronic Absenteeism32.9%

Verrado Elementary School — Students at Verrado Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.6% (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
73%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
83%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
47%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
47%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
55%
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: 8.2/10.

How Verrado Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
41 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

Location

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Verrado Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Verrado Heritage Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Belen Soto Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Pk), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Scott L Libby Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Verrado Middle School Litchfield Park 0.1 mi 6.7
Verrado High School Buckeye 1.0 mi 6.7
West-MEC - Verrado High School Buckeye 1.0 mi
Verrado Heritage Elementary School Litchfield Park 1.4 mi 8.3
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills Buckeye 1.8 mi 8.0
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Verrado Way and I-10 Mesa 2.8 mi 5.1
BUHSD Institute of Online Learning Buckeye 2.9 mi 4.9
Southwest Campus Buckeye 3.1 mi
White Tanks Learning Center Litchfield Park 2.8 mi
Scott L Libby Elementary School Litchfield Park 2.9 mi 8.2
Belen Soto Elementary School Litchfield Pk 2.8 mi 8.3
Canyon View High School Waddell 3.1 mi 7.0
West-MEC Canyon View High School Waddell 3.1 mi
Blue Horizons Elementary School Buckeye 3.6 mi 5.0
Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies Buckeye 4.4 mi 7.1
Great Hearts Academies - Roosevelt Phoenix 4.3 mi 7.4
Freedom Elementary School Buckeye 4.7 mi 4.6
Sundance Elementary Buckeye 5.2 mi 4.7
Inca Elementary School Buckeye 5.7 mi 3.9
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear Buckeye 5.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85340 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$117,193

Median Home Value

$499,700

Median Rent

$1,924/mo

Population

38,873

College Educated

37.4%

Homeownership

81.6%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

36.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Verrado Elementary School

What grades does Verrado Elementary School serve?

Verrado Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Verrado Elementary School?

Verrado Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 911 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Verrado Elementary School is 22.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Verrado Elementary School rank in AZ?

Verrado Elementary School ranks #467 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Verrado Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Verrado Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Verrado Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Verrado Elementary School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Verrado Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Verrado Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
911
Student-Teacher Ratio
22.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
41
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.9%

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