Legend Springs Elementary

Legend Springs Elementary is a big primary school in GLENDALE, Arizona, part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246). The school instructs 685 students in grades pre-K through 6. Compared to the state average of about 451 students per school, that is 52% above typical.

Across the 41 schools in Deer Valley Unified District (4246) (32,265 students total), Legend Springs Elementary accounts for its share of the district's footprint.

For racial and ethnic makeup, Legend Springs Elementary logs that White students make up the majority at 62%. The remainder breaks down as 20% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 6% multiracial, 2% Black. Compared to Maricopa County overall, the school's racial mix sits in roughly the same range.

Looking at school resources, On paper, Legend Springs Elementary has 39 full-time-equivalent teachers, translating to a class-load average of around 17.6:1. The state averages about 17.0:1, putting this campus right in line with peers.

Zooming out to the county, the surrounding county (Maricopa County) records that median household earnings sit near $89,300, about 37% of the adult population holds a bachelor's degree or above, and roughly 8% of residents live below the federal poverty line. Legend Springs Elementary is one of 1352 public schools in Maricopa County (combined enrollment of about 725,139 students).

The closest other public school is Copper Creek Elementary School, roughly 1.1 miles away. Within five miles, there are 8 other public schools.

Geographically, the school is in a bedroom-community area.

Looking at the recent track record. Legend Springs Elementary's enrollment has showed little movement since 2018, when it stood at 670 (now 685). The White share of enrollment decreased from 76% to 62% over that span.

On the community side, the page collects discussion, questions, and updates around fundraisers, lost-and-found posts, and report-card season. Contributors range from current parents to recent graduates and teachers.