Wildfire Elementary School

wildfire.pvschools.net

457 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

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.

457

Total Students

30.4

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wildfire Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	365
Hispanic	55
Black	5
Asian	8
Two or More	21
American Indian	2
Pacific Islander	1

White
365 (79.9 %)
Hispanic
55 (12.0 %)
Two or More
21 (4.6 %)
Asian
8 (1.8 %)
Black
5 (1.1 %)
American Indian
2 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

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:	Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
Phone:	(602)449-4300
Website:	http://wildfire.pvschools.net
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	457
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	30.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 18

Kindergarten 33

Grade 1 50

Grade 2 54

Grade 3 66

Grade 4 62

Grade 5 84

Grade 6 90

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wildfire Elementary School
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	18
Kindergarten	33
Grade 1	50
Grade 2	54
Grade 3	66
Grade 4	62
Grade 5	84
Grade 6	90

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wildfire Elementary School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	215	47%
Male	242	53%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)