Serving 773 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Westar Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% 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: 773 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westar Elementary School's student population of 773 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
773 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westar Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westar Elementary School is 0.60, 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
#576 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
33%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
54%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westar Elementary School's ranking?
Westar Elementary School is ranked #576 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Westar Elementary School often compared to?
Westar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estrella Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Westar Elementary School?
773 students attend Westar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westar Elementary School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westar Elementary School?
Westar Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westar Elementary School offer ?
Westar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Westar Elementary School part of?
Westar Elementary School is part of Liberty Elementary District (4266) School District.
In what neighborhood is Westar Elementary School located?
Westar Elementary School is located in the Estrella Mountain Ranch neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Estrella Mountain Ranch.
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