SIERRA VERDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Sierra Verde Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Deer Valley Unified District (4246) school district, located in Glendale, AZ with about 998 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 52 teachers, Sierra Verde Elementary 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.

Sierra Verde Elementary, located in Glendale, Arizona, is a public school serving students in the Deer Valley Unified School District. The school is widely recognized for its strong focus on academic excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes core subjects while integrating technology and 21st-century learning skills. As a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) focused school, Sierra Verde prioritizes hands-on, inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities through innovative projects and collaborative activities.

Beyond academics, the school fosters a supportive and inclusive community environment dedicated to the "whole child." Sierra Verde provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities, clubs, and athletic programs that allow students to explore their interests and build character. By maintaining high expectations and fostering strong partnerships between teachers, parents, and the local community, Sierra Verde Elementary strives to prepare its students for success in middle school and beyond, cultivating a culture of lifelong learning and personal responsibility.

For more information, contact Sierra Verde Elementary at (623) 445-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.