Serving 702 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Dreaming Summit Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dreaming Summit Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Dreaming Summit Elementary School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dreaming Summit Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dreaming Summit Elementary School is 0.63, which is less 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
#619 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
53%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dreaming Summit Elementary School's ranking?
Dreaming Summit Elementary School is ranked #619 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Dreaming Summit Elementary School often compared to?
Dreaming Summit Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Litchfield Elementary School, Crown Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Dreaming Summit Elementary School?
702 students attend Dreaming Summit Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Dreaming Summit Elementary School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dreaming Summit Elementary School?
Dreaming Summit Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dreaming Summit Elementary School offer ?
Dreaming Summit Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Dreaming Summit Elementary School part of?
Dreaming Summit Elementary School is part of Litchfield Elementary District (4281) School District.
In what neighborhood is Dreaming Summit Elementary School located?
Dreaming Summit Elementary School is located in the Dreaming Summit neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ.
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