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#1697 of 2,006 schools in AZ

West Point Elementary School

Elementary School · Dysart Unified District (4243)

13700 W GREENWAY RD, Surprise, AZ 85374

Enrollment

810

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,697 of 2,006

In Surprise

#22 of 23

public schools

In district

#23 of 24

Dysart Unified District (4243)

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West Point Elementary School

4.4/10

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

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About West Point Elementary School

West Point Elementary School is a public elementary school in Surprise, AZ, part of Dysart Unified District (4243). West Point Elementary School serves approximately 810 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. West Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,697 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for West Point Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at West Point 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 Progress3.1Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics5.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency20% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile34th
Resources & Environment6.6Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,550
Chronic Absenteeism40.5%

West Point Elementary School — Students at West Point Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
61%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
70%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
31%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
34%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How West Point Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.2/10
Average
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.6/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
44 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.5%

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

13700 W GREENWAY RD, Surprise, AZ 85374

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Point Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Traditional Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imagine Rosefield (rated 8.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Surprise, see our Surprise schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Northwest Campus Surprise 0.9 mi
Arizona Charter Academy Surprise 0.9 mi 5.9
Surprise Elementary School El Mirage 1.1 mi 6.3
Ashton Ranch Middle School Surprise 1.5 mi 4.6
Legacy Traditional School - Surprise Surprise 1.8 mi 8.1
Freedom Traditional Academy Surprise 1.7 mi 9.3
West-MEC - Valley Vista High School Surprise 1.8 mi
Valley Vista High School Surprise 1.8 mi 6.9
THE ALEXANDRIA ACADEMY El Mirage 1.9 mi
Countryside Elementary School Surprise 1.9 mi 6.1
Marley Park Elementary Surprise 2.1 mi 6.4
El Mirage Elementary School El Mirage 2.1 mi 6.8
Kingswood Elementary School Surprise 2.2 mi 6.1
FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise 2.2 mi 6.6
West-MEC - Dysart High School El Mirage 2.6 mi
Dysart High School El Mirage 2.6 mi 7.1
Imagine Rosefield Surprise 2.5 mi 8.4
Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise 2.3 mi 7.5
Dysart Middle School El Mirage 2.7 mi 4.8
Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix 2.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85374 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$78,690

Median Home Value

$355,800

Median Rent

$1,897/mo

Population

40,955

College Educated

30.1%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

31.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

58.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Point Elementary School

What grades does West Point Elementary School serve?

West Point Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend West Point Elementary School?

West Point Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 810 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Point Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Point Elementary School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Point Elementary School rank in AZ?

West Point Elementary School ranks #1,697 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is West Point Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Point Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Point Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Point Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is West Point Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is West Point Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
810
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
44
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.5%

District

Dysart Unified District (4243)
District Enrollment
23,118
Schools in District
25
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,550
District Rank
#23 of 24

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