Serving 1,267 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lake Pleasant Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lake Pleasant Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lake Pleasant Elementary School's student population of 1,267 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
School Rankings
Lake Pleasant Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Pleasant Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#324 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
49%
Black
3%
6%
White
66%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Pleasant Elementary School's ranking?
Lake Pleasant Elementary School is ranked #324 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Lake Pleasant Elementary School often compared to?
Lake Pleasant Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vistancia Elementary School, Basis Peoria Primary by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Lake Pleasant Elementary School?
1,267 students attend Lake Pleasant Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Lake Pleasant Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Pleasant Elementary School?
Lake Pleasant Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lake Pleasant Elementary School offer ?
Lake Pleasant Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lake Pleasant Elementary School part of?
Lake Pleasant Elementary School is part of Peoria Unified School District (4237).
In what neighborhood is Lake Pleasant Elementary School located?
Lake Pleasant Elementary School is located in the Vistancia neighborhood of Peoria, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Vistancia.
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