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#987 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 49% in state

Arredondo Elementary School

Elementary School · Tempe School District (4258)

1330 E CARSON DR, Tempe, AZ 85282

Enrollment

463

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#987 of 2,006

In Tempe

#20 of 52

public schools

In district

#8 of 22

Tempe School District (4258)

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Arredondo Elementary School

Arredondo Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tempe, AZ, part of Tempe School District (4258). Arredondo Elementary School serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Arredondo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #987 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Arredondo Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Arredondo Elementary 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 Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.56 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,504
Chronic Absenteeism33%

Arredondo Elementary School — Students at Arredondo Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.4% (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
54%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
33%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
33%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
35%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Arredondo Elementary School Compares

See how Arredondo Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

1330 E CARSON DR, Tempe, AZ 85282

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arredondo Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ward Traditional Academy (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meyer Montessori (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tempe, see our Tempe schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ACCEL EAST CAMPUS Tempe 0.4 mi 6.7
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School Tempe 0.5 mi 7.2
Tempe Preparatory Academy Tempe 0.6 mi 8.7
GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tempe 0.7 mi 7.2
Fees College Preparatory Middle School Tempe 1.0 mi 4.2
Tempe Elementary Online Community Tempe 1.0 mi
Carminati School Tempe 0.8 mi 4.9
Rover Elementary School Tempe 1.0 mi 7.9
James Madison Preparatory School Tempe 1.0 mi 6.2
Ward Traditional Academy Tempe 0.9 mi 8.4
Mcclintock High School Tempe 1.1 mi 5.9
Meyer Montessori Tempe 1.2 mi 8.3
Marcos De Niza High School Tempe 1.2 mi 5.9
Fuller Elementary School Tempe 1.2 mi 8.2
Pinnacle Charter High School-Tempe East Mesa 1.4 mi
Pinnacle Online - WMCB Mesa 1.4 mi 4.7
GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tempe 1.5 mi
VALLEY CHRISTIAN JR HIGH SCHOOL Tempe 1.5 mi 6.5
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Tempe 1.6 mi 4.3
Aguilar School Tempe 1.5 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85282 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$79,084

Median Home Value

$370,000

Median Rent

$1,627/mo

Population

54,501

College Educated

44%

Homeownership

45.8%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

12.6%

Median Age

32.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arredondo Elementary School

What grades does Arredondo Elementary School serve?

Arredondo Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Arredondo Elementary School?

Arredondo Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Arredondo Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Arredondo Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Arredondo Elementary School rank in AZ?

Arredondo Elementary School ranks #987 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Arredondo Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arredondo Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Arredondo Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arredondo Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Arredondo Elementary School a charter school?

No, Arredondo Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Arredondo Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Arredondo Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.0%

District

Tempe School District (4258)
District Enrollment
10,293
Schools in District
23
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,504
District Rank
#8 of 22

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