Serving 883 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Maricopa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 883 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maricopa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Maricopa Elementary School's student population of 883 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
883 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
1912
School Calendar
School Rankings
Maricopa Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maricopa Elementary School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#854 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
49%
49%
Black
13%
6%
White
21%
33%
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.5%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maricopa Elementary School's ranking?
Maricopa Elementary School is ranked #854 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Maricopa Elementary School?
883 students attend Maricopa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Maricopa Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maricopa Elementary School?
Maricopa Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maricopa Elementary School offer ?
Maricopa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maricopa Elementary School part of?
Maricopa Elementary School is part of Maricopa Unified School District (4441).
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