Serving 628 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Western Peaks Elementary School ranks in the top 50% 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 34% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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-4
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Math Proficiency: 34%
- Reading Proficiency: 48%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Peaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Western Peaks Elementary School's student population of 628 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
628 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Peaks Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)34%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
30%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Western Peaks Elementary School often compared to?
Western Peaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cimarron Springs Middle School, Canyon Ridge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Western Peaks Elementary School?
628 students attend Western Peaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Western Peaks Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Peaks Elementary School?
Western Peaks Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Peaks Elementary School offer ?
Western Peaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Western Peaks Elementary School part of?
Western Peaks Elementary School is part of Dysart Unified District (4243) School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Peaks Elementary School located?
Western Peaks Elementary School is located in the Surprise Farms neighborhood of Surprise, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Surprise Farms.
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