Verrado Heritage Elementary School

School Overview
Verrado Heritage Elementary School, located in the master-planned community of Verrado in Buckeye, Arizona, serves students from kindergarten through eighth grade as part of the Litchfield Elementary School District. The school is known for its strong focus on community integration, utilizing its scenic location near the White Tank Mountains to foster an environment centered on academic excellence, character development, and civic engagement. It prides itself on high expectations for student achievement and a collaborative culture that involves families and community members in the educational process.

The school offers a diverse and rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for success in high school and beyond. Beyond core academic subjects, Verrado Heritage emphasizes the importance of holistic development, providing students with access to various extracurricular activities, technology integration, and enrichment programs. By prioritizing a supportive classroom atmosphere and a sense of belonging, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded learners who are equipped with the critical thinking and interpersonal skills necessary to thrive in a global society.
1,017
Total Students
42.0
Full-Time Teachers
24.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Verrado Heritage Elementary School
Demographic Student Count
White463
Hispanic398
Black62
Asian10
Two or More76
American Indian8
  • White
    463 (45.5 %)
  • Hispanic
    398 (39.1 %)
  • Two or More
    76 (7.5 %)
  • Black
    62 (6.1 %)
  • Asian
    10 (1.0 %)
  • American Indian
    8 (0.8 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Litchfield Elementary District (4281)
Phone: (623)547-3300
Website: http://vhe.lesd79.org
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 1,017
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 24.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 22
Kindergarten 89
Grade 1 98
Grade 2 104
Grade 3 95
Grade 4 111
Grade 5 118
Grade 6 125
Grade 7 124
Grade 8 131

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Verrado Heritage Elementary School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten22
Kindergarten89
Grade 198
Grade 2104
Grade 395
Grade 4111
Grade 5118
Grade 6125
Grade 7124
Grade 8131
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Verrado Heritage Elementary School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female50850%
Male50950%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)