Serving 565 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gavilan Peak School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 28% 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-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gavilan Peak School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gavilan Peak School's student population of 565 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gavilan Peak School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gavilan Peak School is 0.46, 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
#164 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
15%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
72%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gavilan Peak School's ranking?
Gavilan Peak School is ranked #164 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gavilan Peak School often compared to?
Gavilan Peak Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Diamond Canyon School, Anthem School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gavilan Peak School?
565 students attend Gavilan Peak School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gavilan Peak School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gavilan Peak School?
Gavilan Peak School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gavilan Peak School offer ?
Gavilan Peak School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gavilan Peak School part of?
Gavilan Peak School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Gavilan Peak School located?
Gavilan Peak School is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
School Calendar
View the Gavilan Peak School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 5/18/2009
My daughter is in full day Kindergarten at Gavilan Peak. I am very impressed with the accademics they have covered this year in all areas. She has learned so much. They also have an awesome music program at this school. The parent involvement at Gavilan Peak is outstanding and there is the feeling that this is small close-knit community that wants the schools to be a huge success. The technology used for teaching at this school is also top notch. There is a smartboard in my daughters kindergarten classroom and brand new lap tops in the computer lab.
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