Below Average
#1609 of 2,006 schools in AZ
West Elementary School
Elementary School · Coolidge Unified District (4442)
460 S 7TH ST, Coolidge, AZ 85128
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
590
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,609 of 2,006
In Coolidge
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#4 of 6
Coolidge Unified District (4442)
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West Elementary School
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About West Elementary School
West Elementary School is a public elementary school in Coolidge, AZ, part of Coolidge Unified District (4442). West Elementary School serves approximately 590 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,609 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for West Elementary School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
62% of students at West 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
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West Elementary School — Students at West Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How West Elementary School Compares
See how West Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
460 S 7TH ST, Coolidge, AZ 85128
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary C O'Brien Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 6.1 miles away, in nearby Casa Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLORENCE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blackwater Community School (rated 6.1/10, 4.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Coolidge, see our Coolidge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAVIT - Coolidge High School Coolidge | 0.5 mi | — |
| Coolidge High School Coolidge | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Coolidge Alternative Program Coolidge | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Coolidge Virtual Academy Coolidge | 0.6 mi | 2.5 |
| Coolidge Jr. High School Coolidge | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Imagine Coolidge Elementary Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Imagine Prep Coolidge Coolidge | 1.2 mi | 3.3 |
| CAVIT - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology Coolidge | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Heartland Ranch Elementary School Coolidge | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (K-2) Coolidge | 4.9 mi | — |
| Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (3-5) Coolidge | 4.9 mi | — |
| Blackwater Community School Coolidge | 4.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Mary C O'Brien Elementary School Casa Grande | 6.1 mi | 9.7 |
| Anthem Elementary School Florence | 6.6 mi | 5.0 |
| American Leadership Academy Anthem K-6 Florence | 7.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Florence High School Florence | 8.8 mi | 6.7 |
| FLORENCE BAPTIST ACADEMY Florence | 9.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Florence Virtual Academy Florence | 9.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Florence K-8 Florence | 9.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Copper Basin Florence | 11.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85128 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,205
Median Home Value
$208,400
Median Rent
$1,132/mo
Population
18,582
College Educated
12.3%
Homeownership
67.8%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
34.4
Similar Schools
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| Copper King Elementary Phoenix, AZ | 4.7 |
| Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School Chandler, AZ | 4.7 |
| Field Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.7 |
| Flora Thew Elementary School Tempe, AZ | 4.7 |
| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe, AZ | 4.7 |
| Garfield School Phoenix, AZ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Elementary School
What grades does West Elementary School serve?
West Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 590 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Elementary School rank in AZ?
West Elementary School ranks #1,609 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is West Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 West Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Elementary School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is West Elementary School a charter school?
No, West Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Elementary School a Title I school?
No, West Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 590
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.0%
- Phone
- (520) 723-2703
Resources & Links
District
Coolidge Unified District (4442)- District Enrollment
- 2,778
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,722
- District Rank
- #4 of 6
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