Summary:
The 86031 zip code has only one school, Indian Wells Elementary, which serves grades PK-6 and is part of the Holbrook Unified District. With a total enrollment of 344 students, Indian Wells Elementary is ranked 702 out of 909 Arizona elementary schools and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger, indicating it is one of the lower-performing schools in the state.
The school's academic performance is a concern, with proficiency rates on state assessments well below the district and state averages. In 2024-2025, only 31% of 4th-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 33% for the district and 46% statewide. Similarly, only 25% of 6th-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 26% for the district and 41% statewide. In mathematics, 26% of 6th-grade students at Indian Wells Elementary were proficient or better, compared to 23% for the district and 29% statewide.
Despite the higher spending per student ($12,930) and lower student-teacher ratio (14.9) at Indian Wells Elementary, the school's academic performance remains a concern. This suggests that factors beyond just funding and staffing may be contributing to the low achievement levels. The district and school leaders should closely examine the factors influencing student learning and implement targeted interventions to support the school's improvement.
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