Serving 666 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Legend Springs Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Legend Springs Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Legend Springs Elementary School's student population of 666 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legend Springs Elementary 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 Legend Springs Elementary School is 0.48, 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
#142 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
17%
47%
Black
3%
6%
White
70%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legend Springs Elementary School's ranking?
Legend Springs Elementary School is ranked #142 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Legend Springs Elementary School often compared to?
Legend Springs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sierra Verde Steam Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Legend Springs Elementary School?
666 students attend Legend Springs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Legend Springs Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legend Springs Elementary School?
Legend Springs Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Legend Springs Elementary School offer ?
Legend Springs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Legend Springs Elementary School part of?
Legend Springs Elementary School is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Legend Springs Elementary School located?
Legend Springs Elementary School is located in the Arrowhead Ranch neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Arrowhead Ranch.
School Calendar
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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)
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