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Very Good

#743 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 37% in state

Wallace Elementary School

Elementary School · Parker Unified School District (4510)

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

17.9:1

Score

7.0

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#743 of 2,006

In Parker

#2 of 6

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Parker Unified School District (4510)

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Wallace Elementary School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Parker · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Wallace JR High School

4.9/10

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6.5/10

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About Wallace Elementary School

Wallace Elementary School is a public elementary school in Parker, AZ, part of Parker Unified School District (4510). Wallace Elementary School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #743 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Wallace Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Wallace 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 Progress6.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,358
Chronic Absenteeism49.2%

Wallace Elementary School — Students at Wallace Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (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
50%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
66%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
30%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
38%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
33%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
22%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Wallace Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.2%

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

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wallace Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Blake Primary School (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Havasu Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Starline Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Lake Havasu City), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Wallace Jr High School Parker 0.1 mi 4.9
Parker High School Parker 0.1 mi 6.5
Parker Alternative School Parker 0.5 mi 6.9
Blake Primary School Parker 0.7 mi 9.3
Monument Peak Big River 5.7 mi 7.8
Le Pera Elementary School Parker 16.0 mi 5.4
Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix 21.8 mi 8.4
Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City 22.3 mi 5.4
Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City 22.6 mi 3.9
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City 22.8 mi 5.9
Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.7 mi 7.9
Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.8 mi 6.0
WAVE-Central Campus Kingman 23.8 mi
Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City 24.1 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City 24.2 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City 24.2 mi 7.5
Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City 24.4 mi 5.2
Havasuonline Lake Havasu City 24.7 mi 4.0
Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City 25.4 mi 7.7
Bouse Elementary School Bouse 23.2 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,872

Median Home Value

$173,200

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

9,069

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

13.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wallace Elementary School

What grades does Wallace Elementary School serve?

Wallace Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Wallace Elementary School?

Wallace Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wallace Elementary School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wallace Elementary School rank in AZ?

Wallace Elementary School ranks #743 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Wallace Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wallace 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 Wallace Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wallace Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Wallace Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
La Paz County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.2%

District

Parker Unified School District (4510)
District Enrollment
1,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,358
District Rank
#2 of 6

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