Kachina Elementary School, home of the cougars, is located in Glendale, Arizona and is a part of the Peoria Unified School District. This school serves students in kindergarten to eighth grade and has a student population of about 450. It first opened in 1976.
The school’s capacity is 703 and students from outside the district are welcome to enroll.
Close to half of the student population tested above or at the Arizona state average for both math and reading. With a student/teacher ratio of 12-to-1, students are able to learn in relatively small class sizes. According to parent testimonials, this school has an amazing staff who is always available to help students.
Kachina Elementary School offers many non-academic activities. Sports options include football, volleyball, basketball and softball. Students can also take part in activities such as music and performing arts.
The PTSO is very active and creative and often engages the local community and extended families in its activities. The school’s official color is purple and students and faculty are often encouraged to wear it on Fridays to show their “Paw Pride.”
The school’s aim is “to help students reach their highest potential in an environment where they are empowered and supported.”
Kachina Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle School
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Grade Pre-K-8
5304 W Crocus Dr,
Glendale, AZ
Peoria Unified School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Math Proficiency
21%
Reading Proficiency
33%
Niche Grade
B
B+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
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Reading Proficiency
33%
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Math Proficiency
21%
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Teachers
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Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
19
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Full Time Teachers
19
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Teachers in First or Second Year
3.3%
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GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
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Science
23%
State Average
31%
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Math
55%
State Average
44%
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Student Diversity
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Male
53.7%
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Female
46.3%
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Economically disadvantaged
59.6%
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Male
53.7%
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Female
46.3%
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Hispanic
45.9%
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White
38.5%
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Limited English proficient
14.4%
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Two or more races
6.3%
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Black
4.8%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
1/18/2024
1. The class size on this rating is COMPLETELY WRONG. They have about 30 to 35, sometimes even 40 students in 1 classroom, per 1 teacher. It is ridiculously over packed and parents have to get waivers to get them into a better school that is less crowded.2. The teachers here do nothing to keep the s...
10/30/2015
Although teachers really do care about kids the treatment we got from the principal lacked the support we as parents expected, she will basically not hear ANY concern and blame us for everything. School psychologist needs more involvement as well.
9/28/2015
I have been so impressed with the administration and all the faculty I have had the pleasure of meeting. I now have two sons at Kachina and they are thriving. I am so happy we transferred here this year.
3/22/2015
Kachina is a great school that offers a plethora of resources and supports for their students. My child has attended Kachina since the kindergarten and she is doing so well. The teachers she has had have been incredible and truly care about her success and overall welfare.
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228
Average Home Value
$538,309
Median Lot Size
8,276 Sq Ft
% Renters
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Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
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Median Age
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- Tennis
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Kachina Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-8 in Glendale, AZ and is served by the Peoria Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 273 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 21% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 33% are proficient in reading. Kachina Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $538,309. Discover additional schools in the area, like Cactus High School, Greenway High School, Ironwood High School, and more. Learn more about what Glendale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Kachina Elementary School.