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Winters Well Elementary School

Elementary School · Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254)

35220 W BUCKEYE RD, Tonopah, AZ 85354

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

21.5:1

Score

5.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,210 of 2,006

In Tonopah

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254)

Academic growth

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Winters Well Elementary School

5.8/10

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

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5.9/10

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About Winters Well Elementary School

Winters Well Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tonopah, AZ, part of Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254). Winters Well Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 21.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Winters Well Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,210 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Winters Well Elementary School show 33% 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 5.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Winters Well Elementary School runs 21.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Winters Well Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

54% of students at Winters Well 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-2.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)41% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,380
Chronic Absenteeism53.5%

Winters Well Elementary School — Students at Winters Well Elementary School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 12 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
42%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
11%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
26%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Winters Well Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.8/10
40th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
22:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
53.5%

Location

35220 W BUCKEYE RD, Tonopah, AZ 85354

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Winters Well Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tartesso Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Buckeye), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 13.3 miles away, in nearby Buckeye), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Palo Verde Elementary School (rated 6.2/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Palo Verde), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Tonopah, see our Tonopah schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 14.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Arlington Elementary School Arlington 5.2 mi 5.9
Ruth Fisher Middle School Tonopah 5.2 mi 5.1
West-MEC - Tonopah Valley High School Tonopah 5.3 mi
Tonopah Valley High School Tonopah 5.3 mi 6.8
Desert Sunset Elementary School Buckeye 6.4 mi 4.3
Tartesso Elementary School Buckeye 8.0 mi 6.6
Palo Verde Elementary School Palo Verde 9.7 mi 6.2
Westpark Elementary School Buckeye 11.8 mi 5.4
Bales Elementary School Buckeye 12.8 mi 2.8
Skyview High School Buckeye 12.7 mi 4.3
GRACE FELLOWSHIP ACADEMY Buckeye 13.1 mi 5.8
John S McCain III Elementary School Buckeye 13.0 mi 5.1
ThrivePoint High School at Buckeye Glendale 13.1 mi 4.2
Imagine Schools at Buckeye Buckeye 13.1 mi 5.7
Steven R. Jasinski Elementary School Buckeye 13.3 mi 6.6
West-MEC - Youngker High School Buckeye 13.6 mi
Youngker High School Buckeye 13.6 mi 5.0
Buckeye Elementary School Buckeye 13.9 mi 4.2
The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Buckeye 14.0 mi 4.8
Buckeye Union High School Buckeye 14.2 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,596

Median Home Value

$277,600

Median Rent

$1,343/mo

Population

7,731

College Educated

10.3%

Homeownership

84.7%

Avg Commute

39.7 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

39.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Winters Well Elementary School

What grades does Winters Well Elementary School serve?

Winters Well Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Winters Well Elementary School?

Winters Well Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Winters Well Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Winters Well Elementary School is 21.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Winters Well Elementary School rank in AZ?

Winters Well Elementary School ranks #1,210 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Winters Well Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Winters Well Elementary School 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 Winters Well Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Winters Well Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Winters Well Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Winters Well Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
53.5%

District

Saddle Mountain Unified School District (4254)
District Enrollment
3,245
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,380
District Rank
#3 of 5

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