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Best 85338 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 7,420 students in 85338, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85338, AZ are Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Estrella Mountain Elementary School and Westar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85338 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85338, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85338, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wildflower Accelerated Academy
(Math: 50% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
325 S Wildflower Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-5205
Gr: PK-8 | 750 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Estrella Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10301 S San Miguel Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 327-2820
Gr: PK-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Westar Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
17777 W Westar Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2840
Gr: PK-8 | 815 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #44.
Legacy Traditional School - Goodyear
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
16060 W Lower Buckeye Rd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 233-1100
Gr: K-8 | 585 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Las Brisas Academy
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
18211 W Las Brisas Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 237-2860
Gr: PK-8 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #66.
Copper Trails
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16875 W Canyon Trails Blvd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4100
Gr: PK-8 | 1,020 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy
(Math: 40% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
15151 W Centerra Dr S
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4800
Gr: PK-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #88.
Desert Thunder
(Math: 30% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16750 W Garfield St
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4700
Gr: PK-8 | 928 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #99.
Desert Star
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2131 S 157th Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4600
Gr: PK-8 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1010.
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
14900 W Van Buren St
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(602) 208-4629
Gr: K-8 | 143 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1111.
Incito Schools
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
877 N Sarival Ave
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(602) 819-7170
Gr: K-8 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1212.
Eliseo C. Felix School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
540 E La Pasada Blvd
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(623) 772-4300
Gr: 2-5 | 516 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85338, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85338, AZ include Wildflower Accelerated Academy, Estrella Mountain Elementary School and Westar Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85338?
12 public elementary schools are located in 85338.
What is the racial composition of students in 85338?
85338 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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