Laveen Elementary District

The Laveen Elementary District in Arizona consists of 9 elementary schools serving grades K-8. The district is home to a diverse student population, with schools ranging in performance from top-tier to struggling academically.

The standout school in the district is Vista del Sur Accelerated, which consistently ranks among the best elementary schools in the state. With an impressive 87% of 4th graders proficient in English Language Arts and 78% of 8th graders proficient in math, Vista del Sur far outperforms the district and state averages. Another high-performing school is Paseo Pointe School, which also earns top ratings from SchoolDigger. In contrast, schools like Cheatham Elementary and Maurice C. Cash Elementary struggle, with many grades scoring below 20% proficient in core subjects.

Across the district, there are concerning trends, including a high 5.2% dropout rate and wide disparities in per-student spending, ranging from $7,917 at Vista del Sur Accelerated to $14,942 at Estrella Foothills Global Academy. These systemic challenges suggest the need for the Laveen Elementary District to address underlying issues and work to replicate the success of its top-performing schools.