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#754 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 38% in state

Village Meadows Elementary School

Elementary School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

2020 W MORNINGSIDE DR, Phoenix, AZ 85023

Enrollment

440

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#754 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#138 of 422

public schools

In district

#33 of 41

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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About Village Meadows Elementary School

Village Meadows Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Village Meadows Elementary School serves approximately 440 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Village Meadows Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #754 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Village Meadows Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Village Meadows 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 Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism39.1%

Village Meadows Elementary School — Students at Village Meadows Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.0% (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
53%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
28%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
40%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Village Meadows Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

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

2020 W MORNINGSIDE DR, Phoenix, AZ 85023

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Village Meadows Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reid Traditional Schools' Painted Rock Academy (rated 8.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hearn Academy The - A Ball Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,442

Median Home Value

$359,200

Median Rent

$1,429/mo

Population

34,635

College Educated

31.6%

Homeownership

57.3%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

37.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Village Meadows Elementary School

What grades does Village Meadows Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Village Meadows Elementary School?

Village Meadows Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 440 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Village Meadows Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Village Meadows Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Village Meadows Elementary School rank in AZ?

Village Meadows Elementary School ranks #754 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Village Meadows Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Village Meadows Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Village Meadows Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Village Meadows Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Village Meadows Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Village Meadows Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
440
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.1%

District

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

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