RIO VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Rio Vista Elementary is a public elementary school that is part of the Pendergast Elementary District (4283) school district, located in Avondale, AZ with about 767 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 38 teachers, Rio Vista Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.
Rio Vista Elementary, located in Avondale, Arizona, is a member of the Pendergast Elementary School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school focuses on creating a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. As part of the Pendergast district, Rio Vista is committed to the goal of preparing its students for success in middle school and beyond by fostering a culture of community and high expectations.
The school offers a variety of educational resources and extracurricular opportunities designed to support the holistic growth of its students. By leveraging district-wide initiatives and modern pedagogical approaches, Rio Vista aims to provide a well-rounded experience that addresses both the academic and social-emotional needs of its learners. Families interested in enrollment or specific school activities can find updated information regarding academic calendars, district policies, and campus news through their official website.
For more information, contact Rio Vista Elementary at (623) 772-2200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Avondale, AZ 85323
(623) 772-2200
RIO VISTA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school in Avondale, AZ with about 767 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Pendergast Elementary District (4283)
- Total Students:
- 767
- Teachers:
- 38
- 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
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 767 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 63.4%
- White
- 15.4%
- Black or African American
- 12.4%
- Two or more races
- 5.7%
- Asian
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 46.3%
- Male
- 53.7%
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.