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#1323 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Vista Peak

School · Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

19825 N 15TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Enrollment

69

Student-Teacher

5.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,323 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#254 of 422

public schools

In district

#40 of 41

Deer Valley Unified District (4246)

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Vista Peak

5.5/10

School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy

6.7/10

0.3 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy

8.2/10

0.7 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Vista Peak

Vista Peak is a public school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). Vista Peak serves approximately 69 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 5.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Vista Peak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,323 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Vista Peak show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.7
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 69 students, Vista Peak 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 Vista Peak 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.

At 5.8:1 students to teachers, Vista Peak sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+0.14 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendStable
Academics1.3Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-40.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile1th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio5.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,940
Chronic Absenteeism59.4%

Vista Peak — Students at Vista Peak score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 14.3% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 10.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2014
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
5%

* 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 Vista Peak Compares

See how Vista Peak performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in AZ
Academic
1.3/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
6:1 student-teacher ratio
12 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
59.4%

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
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

19825 N 15TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85027

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Vista Peak may also want to explore other schools in the area. Adams Traditional Academy (rated 8.6/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hearn Academy The - A Ball Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy Phoenix 0.3 mi 6.7
Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy Phoenix 0.7 mi 8.2
Constitution Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.4
Esperanza Elementary School Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.7
Village Meadows Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 7.0
Northeast Campus Phoenix 1.6 mi
Hearn Academy The - A Ball Charter School Phoenix 1.6 mi 8.2
Cactus View Elementary School Phoenix 1.7 mi 5.9
West-MEC - Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix 1.7 mi
Barry Goldwater High School Phoenix 1.7 mi 7.1
Imagine Bell Canyon Phoenix 1.8 mi 6.3
Imagine Online Academy of Arizona Phoenix 1.8 mi 5.8
Deer Valley Middle School Phoenix 1.8 mi 4.2
Legacy Traditional School - Deer Valley Chandler 1.9 mi 6.1
Adams Traditional Academy Phoenix 2.2 mi 8.6
Jefferson Preparatory High School Glendale 2.3 mi 7.6
Mountain Sky Middle School Phoenix 2.5 mi 6.0
Eagle Ridge Elementary School Phoenix 2.1 mi 5.8
BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY Phoenix 2.5 mi
Sunrise Elementary School Phoenix 2.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85027 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$73,255

Median Home Value

$316,100

Median Rent

$1,488/mo

Population

38,986

College Educated

29.4%

Homeownership

55%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

36.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Vista Peak

What grades does Vista Peak serve?

Vista Peak serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Vista Peak?

Vista Peak has an enrollment of approximately 69 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Vista Peak?

The student-teacher ratio at Vista Peak is 5.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Vista Peak rank in AZ?

Vista Peak ranks #1,323 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Vista Peak's MySchoolScout rating?

Vista Peak has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Vista Peak?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Vista Peak has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Vista Peak a charter school?

No, Vista Peak is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Vista Peak a Title I school?

No, Vista Peak is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
69
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
59.4%

District

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

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