Tumbleweed Elementary School

About Tumbleweed Elementary School

Tumbleweed Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of the city of Tumbleweed, Arizona. It is one of the oldest elementary schools in the area, having been established in 1887. The school has a long and proud history of providing quality education to the local community.
At Tumbleweed Elementary, students and teachers alike enjoy a safe and stimulating learning environment. The school emphasizes the importance of a strong academic foundation, encouraging students to excel in all areas of their studies. The school offers a wide range of educational opportunities, including after-school clubs and activities, as well as a variety of sports teams and clubs.
Tumbleweed Elementary also takes pride in its commitment to the community. The school regularly hosts events and activities that bring together families from all over the city. From its annual Harvest Festival to its weekly outdoor movie nights, Tumbleweed Elementary is a place of learning and fun for everyone.
At Tumbleweed Elementary, students and teachers alike are encouraged to strive for excellence. With its strong academic programs, commitment to the community, and safe and stimulating learning environment, Tumbleweed Elementary is a great place for young minds to grow and develop.

Address:	4001 W Laurel Ln Phoenix, AZ 85029
Phone:	(602) 896-6600
Site:	tumbleweed.wesdschools.org
Grades:	Pre-K – 6
Enrollment:	443 students

Overview Tumbleweed Elementary School

Tumbleweed Elementary School serves 443 students in grades Prekindergarten-6.
Tumbleweed Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Tumbleweed Elementary School

Tumbleweed Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Tumbleweed Elementary School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.