Serving 337 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Peoria Traditional School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 27% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peoria Traditional 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
Peoria Traditional School's student population of 337 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (14-15)
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peoria Traditional School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peoria Traditional School is 0.43, 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
#53 out of 1956 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
18%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peoria Traditional School's ranking?
Peoria Traditional School is ranked #53 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Peoria Traditional School often compared to?
Peoria Traditional Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peoria Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Peoria Traditional School?
337 students attend Peoria Traditional School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Peoria Traditional School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Peoria Traditional School offer ?
Peoria Traditional School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Peoria Traditional School part of?
Peoria Traditional School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
School Calendar
View the Peoria Traditional School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - Thanksgiving
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Last Day of Semester
December 19, 2024 (Thursday)
First Day of Semester
January 06, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
March 17, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School
May 22, 2025 (Thursday)
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