Serving 374 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Eagle Ridge 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 36% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eagle Ridge Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Eagle Ridge Elementary School's student population of 374 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
374 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle Ridge 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 Eagle Ridge Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#860 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
37%
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Ridge Elementary School's ranking?
Eagle Ridge Elementary School is ranked #860 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Eagle Ridge Elementary School often compared to?
Eagle Ridge Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Boulder Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Eagle Ridge Elementary School?
374 students attend Eagle Ridge Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Eagle Ridge Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Ridge Elementary School?
Eagle Ridge Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Eagle Ridge Elementary School offer ?
Eagle Ridge Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Eagle Ridge Elementary School part of?
Eagle Ridge Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
In what neighborhood is Eagle Ridge Elementary School located?
Eagle Ridge Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
School Reviews
5 12/3/2013
This school is outstanding! Their leadership is extremely supportive to both the child & the parent. I have a son who is has high functioning autism & this school & this district has lead me every step of the way! My family & most importantly my son would be lost without district 69! He has done a 180 since moving to Arizona. You must listen to what they suggest!!!
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