WILDFIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Wildfire Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 692 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 36 teachers, Wildfire Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Wildfire Elementary School, located in the Desert Ridge area of Phoenix, is a high-performing institution within the Paradise Valley Unified School District. Serving students from kindergarten through sixth grade, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, innovative instructional practices, and a strong sense of community. Its curriculum is designed to challenge students through a balance of rigorous core academics and enrichment opportunities, often emphasizing STEM integration and critical thinking skills to prepare children for success in higher grade levels.

Beyond the classroom, Wildfire Elementary is known for its active and supportive school culture. The campus fosters a collaborative environment where parents, teachers, and administrators work together to provide a well-rounded educational experience that includes extracurricular programs, character development, and a focus on student well-being. With its reputation for maintaining high standards and a welcoming campus climate, Wildfire continues to be a preferred choice for families residing in the northern Phoenix area.

For more information, contact Wildfire Elementary School at (602) 449-2000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

3997 E. Lockwood Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85050
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WILDFIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Phoenix, AZ with about 692 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
692
Teachers:
36.3
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 692 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WILDFIRE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.2%
Hispanic/Latino
10.0%
Two or more races
4.5%
Asian
3.8%
Black or African American
1.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.8%
Male
52.2%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.