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Mountain Shadows Elementary School

19602 N 45TH AVE GLENDALE AZ 85308

About Mountain Shadows Elementary School

Mountain Shadows Elementary School is considered one of the best Elementary Schools in Arizona. With support and commitment from families and staff, it creates a nurturing environment for students. Approximately 420 students attend the school with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1, which guarantees individualized learning and focus on instruction. Students consistently show growth in reading, with approximately 52% of students demonstrating proficiency, and 46% of students demonstrating proficiency in math.

Mountain Shadows embraces creativity by encouraging students to engage in enrichment programs, after-school clubs, and involvement in community initiatives and organizations. The median home value in the area is approximately $415,000, making it a very attractive neighborhood for families interested in a highly academic community. Mountain Shadows Elementary School inspires and motivates young learners and remains a popular Elementary School to families in Arizona.

Mountain Shadows Elementary School Contact Information

Address

19602 N 45TH AVE GLENDALE AZ 85308

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Phone

(623) 445-4300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 46%
Reading 52%
State average proficiency is 46% in Math and 52% in Reading.
31
Full-time Teachers
14 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
421
Total Students
$63141
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 112 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Mountain Shadows Elementary School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:40 AM - 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 8:25 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 56.6%
Asian 3.9%
Hispanic 25.1%
Black 7%
Two+ Races 6.5%
Native Am. 1%
White
56.6%
Asian
3.9%
Hispanic
25.1%
Black
7%
Two+ Races
6.5%
Native Am.
1%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 421
45.5%
192 Female
54.5%
229 Male

Student Population

421 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 14 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Mountain Shadows Elementary School ranked #323 in Arizona Elementary Schools based on evaluations of test performance, graduation outcomes, and readiness for high school.

FAQ

1. What is Mountain Shadows’ mission?

A: Mountain Shadows aims for all students to do well in their school work, but also to develop and grow socially and emotionally as well.


2. How does Mountain Shadows create an inclusive environment?

A: Mountain Shadows works to be an inclusive enviromnent. They differentiate instruction and teach in a variety of ways to support all types of learners.


3. What are the options for students after school?

A: There are sports, theater arts and clubs that encourage students to work together and develop leadership skills.


4. How does Mountain Shadows partner with the community?

A: Mountain Shadows partners with businesses and organizations in the community for additional opportunities for students to learn and help others.


5. What is Mountain Shadows' usage of educational technology?

A: Mountain Shadows uses technology like computers and other educational technology to enhance the learning experience and keep students engaged in their lessons.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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