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Westar Elementary School

17777 W Westar Dr
Goodyear, AZ 85338
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 791 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Westar Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 791 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 30% in AZ
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Westar Elementary School's student population of 791 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Providing an environment that guarantees all students learn at a high level.

School Rankings

Westar Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westar Elementary School is 0.60, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#512 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
40%
34%
54%
40%
27%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
32%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
54%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.60
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westar Elementary School's ranking?
Westar Elementary School is ranked #512 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Westar Elementary School often compared to?
Westar Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Estrella Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Westar Elementary School?
791 students attend Westar Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Westar Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westar Elementary School?
Westar Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westar Elementary School offer ?
Westar Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westar Elementary School part of?
Westar Elementary School is part of Liberty Elementary District (4266) School District.
In what neighborhood is Westar Elementary School located?
Westar Elementary School is located in the Estrella Mountain Ranch neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Estrella Mountain Ranch.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 791 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 46%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 40% (Top 50%)
  • : 54% (Top 30%)
  • : 27% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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