Manzanita Elementary School

Manzanita Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade Pre-K-6
8430 N 39th Ave,  Phoenix, AZ
Washington Elementary School District
3.6
549 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tim Fountain
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Math Proficiency
21%
Reading Proficiency
27%

Niche Grade

C+
Academics
C+
Teachers
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
21%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
36
Full Time Teachers
36
Teachers in First or Second Year
34.6%

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
48%
State Average
44%
Science
35%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Student Diversity

Male
63.9%
Female
36.1%
Hispanic
63.6%
White
16.3%
Black
8.9%
Two or more races
7%
Native American
2.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 15 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/20/2025
My son has been attending Manzanita since 2nd grade. He is now in the 5th grade. Principal Givens is very caring and passionate about each kid and does her best to make sure ALL kids are safe and engaged. The school has a lot of fun events that the students look forward to. The teachers not only tea...
4.0 parent
5/7/2025
Manzanita Elementary has been a part of my community for over 7 years now. My Younger sister attended in the special education program and then had the ability to class out and join General education and had amazing support when she needed it. My son also attended Manzanita and he made great relatio...
5.0 parent
4/10/2025
My daughter has been going to this school for two years now and we hope to continue here until she is in junior high. The staff and administration are all so welcoming. The school hosts several events during school hours and after school hours throughout the school year that families get to go to. T...
5.0 teacher
1/9/2025
I really enjoy Manzanita elementary. I started working here last year and I fell in love with it so much that I started my daughter here for kindergarten. I really believe that all the teachers and staff are so helpful and welcoming. I tell everyone I know about this school!

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Manzanita Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Washington Elementary School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 549 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 21% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 27% are proficient in reading. Manzanita Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $361,758. Discover additional schools in the area, like Apollo High School, Cortez High School, West-Mec - Cortez High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Manzanita Elementary School.

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