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#260 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 13% in state

Verrado Heritage Elementary School

Elementary School · Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Enrollment

999

Student-Teacher

23.8:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#260 of 2,006

In Litchfield Park

#1 of 18

public schools

In district

#1 of 15

Litchfield Elementary District (4281)

Academic growth

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Verrado Heritage Elementary School

8.3/10

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

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8.0/10

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6.7/10

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About Verrado Heritage Elementary School

Verrado Heritage Elementary School is a public elementary school in Litchfield Park, AZ, part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281). Verrado Heritage Elementary School serves approximately 999 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Verrado Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #260 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Verrado Heritage Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.4
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Verrado Heritage Elementary School runs 23.8:1 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.

31% of students at Verrado Heritage 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 Progress9.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-0.25 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendStable
Academics8.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency59% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile81th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,992
Chronic Absenteeism31.1%

Verrado Heritage Elementary School — Students at Verrado Heritage Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 55.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
60%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
63%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
59%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
59%

* 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: 9.6/10.

How Verrado Heritage Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.8/10
Excellent
Growth
9.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

Location

272 E SAGEBRUSH ST, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Verrado Heritage Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Belen Soto Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Pk), with a very similar rating. Another option is Scott L Libby Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills (rated 8.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Buckeye), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Litchfield Park, see our Litchfield Park schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy - Sienna Hills Buckeye 0.6 mi 8.0
Verrado Middle School Litchfield Park 1.3 mi 6.7
Verrado Elementary School Litchfield Park 1.4 mi 7.7
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy at Verrado Way and I-10 Mesa 1.5 mi 5.1
BUHSD Institute of Online Learning Buckeye 1.6 mi 4.9
West-MEC - Verrado High School Buckeye 1.5 mi
Verrado High School Buckeye 1.5 mi 6.7
Southwest Campus Buckeye 1.7 mi
Blue Horizons Elementary School Buckeye 2.3 mi 5.0
White Tanks Learning Center Litchfield Park 2.5 mi
Odyssey Institute for Advanced and International Studies Buckeye 3.1 mi 7.1
Scott L Libby Elementary School Litchfield Park 2.6 mi 8.2
Great Hearts Academies - Roosevelt Phoenix 3.1 mi 7.4
Freedom Elementary School Buckeye 3.3 mi 4.6
Belen Soto Elementary School Litchfield Pk 3.3 mi 8.3
Canyon View High School Waddell 4.1 mi 7.0
West-MEC Canyon View High School Waddell 4.1 mi
Sundance Elementary Buckeye 4.1 mi 4.7
Inca Elementary School Buckeye 4.5 mi 3.9
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear Buckeye 4.8 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 Heritage Elementary School

What grades does Verrado Heritage Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Verrado Heritage Elementary School?

Verrado Heritage Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 999 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Verrado Heritage Elementary School is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Verrado Heritage Elementary School rank in AZ?

Verrado Heritage Elementary School ranks #260 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Verrado Heritage Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Verrado Heritage Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Heritage Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Verrado Heritage Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Verrado Heritage Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Verrado Heritage Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
999
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.1%

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