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#1191 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Western Peaks Elementary
Elementary School · Dysart Unified District (4243)
18063 W SURPRISE FARMS LOOP S, Surprise, AZ 85388
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
652
Student-Teacher
18.6:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,191 of 2,006
In Surprise
#17 of 23
public schools
In district
#15 of 24
Dysart Unified District (4243)
Academic performance
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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About Western Peaks Elementary
Western Peaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Surprise, AZ, part of Dysart Unified District (4243). Western Peaks Elementary serves approximately 652 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Western Peaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,191 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Western Peaks Elementary show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Western Peaks Elementary 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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Western Peaks Elementary — Students at Western Peaks Elementary score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 4.4/10.
How Western Peaks Elementary Compares
See how Western Peaks Elementary 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
18063 W SURPRISE FARMS LOOP S, Surprise, AZ 85388
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Western Peaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise (rated 8.1/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Chandler), which scores notably higher. Another option is Canyon Ridge School (rated 7.9/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paradise Honors Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Surprise, see our Surprise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willow Canyon High School Surprise | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| West-MEC - Willow Canyon High School Surprise | 0.4 mi | — |
| Sunset Hills Elementary Surprise | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Canyon Ridge School Surprise | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| CROSS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Cimarron Springs Middle School Surprise | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Paradise Honors High School Surprise | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| West-MEC Paradise Honors Surprise | 2.2 mi | — |
| ThrivePoint High School at Surprise Glendale | 1.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise Chandler | 2.5 mi | 8.1 |
| West-MEC - Shadow Ridge High School Surprise | 3.2 mi | — |
| Shadow Ridge High School Surprise | 3.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Mountain View Waddell | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix | 3.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix | 3.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise | 3.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Highland Prep Surprise | 3.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Countryside Elementary School Surprise | 3.5 mi | 6.1 |
| FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 3.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85388 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,131
Median Home Value
$420,000
Median Rent
$2,094/mo
Population
35,003
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
82.2%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Western Peaks Elementary
What grades does Western Peaks Elementary serve?
Western Peaks Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Western Peaks Elementary?
Western Peaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 652 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Western Peaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Western Peaks Elementary is 18.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Western Peaks Elementary rank in AZ?
Western Peaks Elementary ranks #1,191 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Western Peaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Western Peaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Western Peaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Western Peaks Elementary has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Western Peaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Western Peaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Western Peaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Western Peaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 652
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.4%
- Phone
- (623) 523-8750
Resources & Links
District
Dysart Unified District (4243)- District Enrollment
- 23,118
- Schools in District
- 25
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,550
- District Rank
- #15 of 24
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