Serving 683 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wildflower Accelerated Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wildflower Accelerated Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wildflower Accelerated Academy's student population of 683 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wildflower Accelerated Academy 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 Wildflower Accelerated Academy is 0.56, 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
#369 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
62%
47%
Black
11%
6%
White
21%
35%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wildflower Accelerated Academy's ranking?
Wildflower Accelerated Academy is ranked #369 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Wildflower Accelerated Academy often compared to?
Wildflower Accelerated Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Trails, Desert Star by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Wildflower Accelerated Academy?
683 students attend Wildflower Accelerated Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wildflower Accelerated Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wildflower Accelerated Academy?
Wildflower Accelerated Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Wildflower Accelerated Academy offer ?
Wildflower Accelerated Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Wildflower Accelerated Academy part of?
Wildflower Accelerated Academy is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272) School District.
In what neighborhood is Wildflower Accelerated Academy located?
Wildflower Accelerated Academy is located in the Wildflower Ranch neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ.
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