For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,086 students in 85304, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85304, AZ are Copperwood School, Desert Valley Elementary School and Marshall Ranch Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85304 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85304, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85304, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Copperwood School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11232 N 65th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4650
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4650
Gr: PK-8 | 625 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #22.
Desert Valley Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12901 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
Gr: PK-8 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Marshall Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12995 N Marshall Ranch Dr
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6450
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6450
Gr: PK-8 | 662 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Sweetwater School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4602 W Sweetwater Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-6500
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-6500
Gr: K-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #55.
Arroyo Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4535 W Cholla St
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-5100
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-5100
Gr: K-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Desert Palms Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11441 N 55th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4600
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4600
Gr: PK-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85304, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85304, AZ include Copperwood School, Desert Valley Elementary School and Marshall Ranch Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85304?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85304.
What is the racial composition of students in 85304?
85304 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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