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Below Average

#1782 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Villa De Paz Elementary School

Elementary School · Pendergast Elementary District (4283)

4940 N 103RD AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85037

Enrollment

601

Student-Teacher

18.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,782 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#353 of 422

public schools

In district

#8 of 12

Pendergast Elementary District (4283)

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Villa De Paz Elementary School

4.1/10

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

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4.7/10

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3.0/10

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About Villa De Paz Elementary School

Villa De Paz Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Pendergast Elementary District (4283). Villa De Paz Elementary School serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Villa De Paz Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,782 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Villa De Paz Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at Villa De Paz 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 Progress3.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,225
Chronic Absenteeism52.7%

Villa De Paz Elementary School — Students at Villa De Paz Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.8% (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
49%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
54%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
73%
2013
Math
49%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
29%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
23%

* 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: 3.6/10.

How Villa De Paz Elementary School Compares

See how Villa De Paz Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.7%

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

4940 N 103RD AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85037

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Villa De Paz Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - North Phoenix (rated 7.5/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legacy Traditional School - Phoenix (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westwind Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Copper King Elementary Phoenix 0.5 mi 4.7
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Glendale 0.7 mi 3.0
Legacy Traditional School - Phoenix Chandler 0.8 mi 7.0
Arizona Insight Academy Glendale 0.9 mi 5.3
Legacy Traditional School - North Phoenix Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.5
Arizona Preparatory Academy Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.8
Westview High School Avondale 1.3 mi 5.4
West-MEC - West View High School Glendale 1.3 mi
Garden Lakes Elementary School Avondale 1.5 mi 4.9
West-MEC - Copper Canyon High School Glendale 1.6 mi
Copper Canyon High School Glendale 1.6 mi 5.3
West-MEC - Central Campus Glendale 2.0 mi
Pendergast Elementary School Phoenix 1.9 mi 4.1
Westwind Elementary School Phoenix 1.9 mi 6.4
Rio Vista Elementary Avondale 2.5 mi 4.1
Sheely Farms Elementary School Phoenix 2.6 mi 3.9
Sunset Ridge Elementary School Glendale 2.5 mi 4.9
West-MEC West Point High School Avondale 2.8 mi
West Point High School Tolleson 2.8 mi 6.2
Desert Horizon Elementary School Phoenix 2.7 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,919

Median Home Value

$290,600

Median Rent

$1,649/mo

Population

53,041

College Educated

13.7%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Median Age

30.4

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Rio Vista Elementary Avondale, AZ 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Villa De Paz Elementary School

What grades does Villa De Paz Elementary School serve?

Villa De Paz Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Villa De Paz Elementary School?

Villa De Paz Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Villa De Paz Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Villa De Paz Elementary School is 18.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Villa De Paz Elementary School rank in AZ?

Villa De Paz Elementary School ranks #1,782 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Villa De Paz Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Villa De Paz Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Villa De Paz Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Villa De Paz Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Villa De Paz Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Villa De Paz Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Villa De Paz Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.7%

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