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Join the #1 Elementary Experience in the West Valley

Are you ready to give your child a school experience that’s academically strong, culturally rich, and community-driven? Welcome to Tolleson Elementary School District—voted among the best in Arizona, with top-rated elementary schools and award-winning teachers.

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New Families Enroll Here

Current or Former Families Enroll Here

Additional Forms

Enrollment Packet

Enrollment Packet Spanish

Shared Residence Form (if applicable)

Shared Residence Form - Spanish (if applicable)

Why Families Love Tolleson ESD

Top-Ranked Schools: Arizona Desert Elementary was voted the Best Elementary School in the west valley and Best Public School in the valley.
Excellence in Teaching: Recognized for having the Best Elementary Teacher in 2025 and 2024 Arizona Teacher of the Year
Best District Finalist in the west valley
Free breakfast & lunch for every student
Programs for Every Treasure: From STEM, mariachi, and athletics to JAG leadership programs and innovative after-school clubs—every interest is supported.
Limited Early Release Days
Our schools offer five full days of school weekly—with the exception of just a few early release days throughout the year.

Where Every Treasure Shines

At Tolleson ESD, we believe school is more than academics—it is about belonging, creativity, and confidence. With nationally recognized programs, award-winning teachers, and a true sense of community, choosing us is investing in life-long success.

Have questions or want to see our schools in action? Call, visit, or email—our Welcome Center team is here for you.

Let’s build your child’s future—together.

Open Enrollment

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We Welcome All Students - No Boundary Limits

Our school district spans from the west side of Phoenix across the City of Tolleson (from 83rd Avenue to 107th Avenue) and from Thomas Road on the north to Buckeye Road on the south.

Open enrollment allows Arizona students to attend public schools outside their attendance areas or their districts based on capacity. If no excess capacity exists, we will place you on a waiting list and inform you when space is available. The school may reject an open enrollment if the student has been or is in the process of being expelled from another school district or educational institution.

If you wish to enroll at a Tolleson ESD school but live outside the attendance area, please complete the following form:

Open Enrollment Form

Open enrollment form - fillable pdf

Kinder Early Entrance Program

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Is Your Child Ready To Enroll For Early Kinder?

For children potentially ready for kindergarten who will not be five years of age by August 31 but will be five years of age by December 31, please ask about our Kindergarten Early Entrance Program (KEEP). Please call our Welcome Center at 623-533-3980 for additional information.

KEEP Interest Form

Is KEEP Right for Your Child?

Welcome Center

Visit our Welcome Center

We are ready to help you register your child at one of our great schools. We want the enrollment process to go as smoothly as possible, so give our Welcome Center a call at 623-533-3980, or stop by the Welcome Center on the Porfirio H. Gonzales campus for assistance.

Our Welcome Center offers numerous support and services for our students and families in addition to enrolling students in all of our schools.

Services include:

Community & Parent Workshops & Education
Eligibility for Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS)
Family & Social Support
Food Distribution for Students & Families
Student Enrollment in our Schools and Student Uniforms

We are proud to host Banner’s Children’s Community Clinic providing caring, compassionate, and free health care services for uninsured students.

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Contacts

We are located on the Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary campus:

9401 W. Garfield St.
Tolleson, AZ 85353

For Support:

Madeline Hernandez
Bilingual - Spanish & English
Social Worker & Coordinator Student & Community Programs
623-533-3936

Andrea Contreras
Bilingual - Spanish & English
Community & Family Engagement Coordinator
623-533-3914

For Enrollment:

Alma Ival
Bilingual Spanish & English
623-533-3980

Barbara Vega
Bilingual Spanish & English
623-533-3980

Enrollment Offices

K–8 Enrollment and Records
P: 623-533-3980
F: 623-533-3918

Preschool
P: 623-533-3980

Special Education Records Request
F: 623-533-3925

Special Education Info
P: 623-533-3923

Required Documentation

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Ready to Enroll? Here is What You Will Need

To enroll your child at one of our schools, please plan to bring the following documentation with you to our Welcome Center. We are happy to make copies in our office.

Official birth certificate
Legal guardianship documents (if applicable)
Current immunization record
Proof of address with parent/guardian name (For example, you can bring a current utility bill, rental agreement/mortgage statement, etc.)
Withdrawal form and report card from the previous school (if applicable)
Individualized Education Plan (IEP) if your child requires special services

Uniform Policy

Creating a Focused and Equitable Learning Environment

At Tolleson Elementary School District, we believe school uniforms help promote a sense of community, reduce distractions, and support an equitable learning environment for all of our students.

Uniforms are required at all of our schools. If your family needs assistance with obtaining uniforms, our Welcome Center is here to help. Please don’t hesitate to reach out—we’re happy to support you!

Visit us at 9261 W. Van Buren St. or call (623) 533-3900 for assistance.

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