Elementary Schools in Avondale Elementary District


Summary:

The Avondale Elementary District in Arizona is home to 8 elementary schools serving students from kindergarten through 8th grade. The district's academic performance is mixed, with some standout schools like Wildflower Accelerated Academy consistently outperforming the district and state averages, while others struggle to meet proficiency targets.

Wildflower Accelerated Academy is the clear academic leader in the district, with the highest proficiency rates in 6th-8th grade English Language Arts and strong math performance as well. Copper Trails and Desert Thunder also stand out for their relatively high test scores, particularly in ELA. However, math and science proficiency remains a challenge across the district, with most schools falling below state averages in these critical subjects.

Overall, the Avondale Elementary District faces significant variability in academic performance, with a high district-wide dropout rate and a need for systemic improvements to raise overall student achievement. Targeted interventions and a focus on equity could help drive progress, while the presence of specialized schools like Wildflower Accelerated Academy and Centerra Mirage STEM Academy suggest families may have options to find the right educational fit for their children.

District Detail

 295 W Western Ave
Avondale, AZ 85323

 (623) 772-5000

SchoolDigger Rank:
193rd of 289 Arizona districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-8
Students: 6,000

Primary Schools: 8
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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