Serving 1,173 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Vistancia Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 32% 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: 1,173 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vistancia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Vistancia Elementary School's student population of 1,173 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
1,173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vistancia Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vistancia Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#335 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
68%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Vistancia Elementary School's ranking?
Vistancia Elementary School is ranked #335 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Vistancia Elementary School often compared to?
Vistancia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Pleasant Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Vistancia Elementary School?
1,173 students attend Vistancia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Vistancia Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vistancia Elementary School?
Vistancia Elementary School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vistancia Elementary School offer ?
Vistancia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Vistancia Elementary School part of?
Vistancia Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Vistancia Elementary School located?
Vistancia Elementary School is located in the Vistancia neighborhood of Peoria, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Vistancia.
School Calendar
View the Vistancia Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Fall Break - Thanksgiving
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
No School-Fall Break
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)
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