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#1311 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Alta E Butler School

Elementary School · Isaac Elementary District (4259)

3348 W MCDOWELL RD, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Enrollment

524

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,311 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#248 of 422

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Isaac Elementary District (4259)

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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5.5/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Alta E Butler School

Alta E Butler School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Isaac Elementary District (4259). Alta E Butler School serves approximately 524 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Alta E Butler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,311 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Alta E Butler School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Alta E Butler School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.67 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,074
Chronic Absenteeism40.6%

Alta E Butler School — Students at Alta E Butler School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
40%
ELA
53%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2012
Math
41%
ELA
59%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
16%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
19%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
16%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
15%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Alta E Butler School Compares

See how Alta E Butler School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

Location

3348 W MCDOWELL RD, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Alta E Butler School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Mathematics and Science South (rated 6.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mitchell Elementary School (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Isaac Online Prep Academy (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Morris K. Udall Escuela de Bellas Artes Phoenix 0.2 mi 4.8
Moya Elementary Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.2
Carl Hayden High School Phoenix 0.6 mi 4.6
Southwest Leadership Academy Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.0
Mitchell Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.8
Isaac Middle School Phoenix 0.8 mi 3.9
Isaac Online Prep Academy Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.8
Vista College Prep - Maryvale Phoenix 1.0 mi 2.3
J B Sutton Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.0
Vista College Prep Sueno Park Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.0
Bret Tarver Education Complex Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.1
Esperanza Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.0
William R Sullivan Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 3.5
P T Coe Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.8
Joseph Zito Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.1
West Phoenix High School Phoenix 1.5 mi 4.8
Phoenix Digital Academy Phoenix 1.5 mi 4.1
Jack L Kuban Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.8
Think Through Academy Phoenix 1.7 mi 6.8
Academy of Mathematics and Science South Tucson 2.0 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,615

Median Home Value

$215,300

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

52,116

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

27.2%

Median Age

31.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Alta E Butler School

What grades does Alta E Butler School serve?

Alta E Butler School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Alta E Butler School?

Alta E Butler School has an enrollment of approximately 524 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Alta E Butler School?

The student-teacher ratio at Alta E Butler School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Alta E Butler School rank in AZ?

Alta E Butler School ranks #1,311 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Alta E Butler School's MySchoolScout rating?

Alta E Butler School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Alta E Butler School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Alta E Butler School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Alta E Butler School a charter school?

No, Alta E Butler School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Alta E Butler School a Title I school?

No, Alta E Butler School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
524
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.6%

District

Isaac Elementary District (4259)
District Enrollment
4,826
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,074
District Rank
#4 of 12

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