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#36 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 2% in state

Blake Primary School

Elementary School · Parker Unified School District (4510)

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Enrollment

361

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#36 of 2,006

In Parker

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Parker Unified School District (4510)

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Blake Primary School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Parker · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.9/10

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7.0/10

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About Blake Primary School

Blake Primary School is a public elementary school in Parker, AZ, part of Parker Unified School District (4510). Blake Primary School serves approximately 361 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Blake Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #36 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Blake Primary School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).

How it compares2.1 pts above district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Blake Primary 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 Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data4
Annual Change+1.75 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2012
TrendImproving
Academics9.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2012 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2012 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2012 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)19% (model expectation from 2012 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+45.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,358
Chronic Absenteeism47.4%

Blake Primary School — Students at Blake Primary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 19%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2011-12)

Math Proficiency 57.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2012)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2012)
School
State
N/A

Based on 8 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
67%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Blake Primary School Compares

See how Blake Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
98th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.4%

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

PO BOX 1090, Parker, AZ 85344

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Blake Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Havasu Preparatory Academy (rated 8.4/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a comparable rating. Another option is Starline Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 23.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Havasu City), a more accessible option. Additionally, Monument Peak (rated 7.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Big River), a more accessible option. For more schools in Parker, see our Parker schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 25.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Parker Alternative School Parker 0.3 mi 6.9
Wallace Elementary School Parker 0.7 mi 7.0
Parker High School Parker 0.7 mi 6.5
Wallace Jr High School Parker 0.8 mi 4.9
Monument Peak Big River 5.4 mi 7.8
Le Pera Elementary School Parker 16.4 mi 5.4
Havasu Preparatory Academy Phoenix 21.2 mi 8.4
Oro Grande Classical Academy Lake Havasu City 21.7 mi 5.4
Thunderbolt Middle School Lake Havasu City 22.0 mi 3.9
OUR LADY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake Havasu City 22.2 mi 5.9
Starline Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.1 mi 7.9
Smoketree Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.2 mi 6.0
WAVE-Central Campus Kingman 23.1 mi
Jamaica Elementary School Lake Havasu City 23.5 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Academy Lake Havasu City 23.6 mi 7.2
Telesis Preparatory Lake Havasu City 23.6 mi 7.5
Lake Havasu High School Lake Havasu City 23.8 mi 5.2
Havasuonline Lake Havasu City 24.0 mi 4.0
Havasupai Elementary School Lake Havasu City 24.8 mi 7.7
Nautilus Elementary School Lake Havasu City 25.4 mi 5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85344 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,872

Median Home Value

$173,200

Median Rent

$781/mo

Population

9,069

College Educated

15.3%

Homeownership

63.6%

Avg Commute

13.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Blake Primary School

What grades does Blake Primary School serve?

Blake Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Blake Primary School?

Blake Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 361 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Blake Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Blake Primary School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Blake Primary School rank in AZ?

Blake Primary School ranks #36 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Blake Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Blake Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Blake Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Blake Primary School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2012).

Is Blake Primary School a charter school?

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

Is Blake Primary School a Title I school?

No, Blake Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
361
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
La Paz County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.4%

District

Parker Unified School District (4510)
District Enrollment
1,721
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,358
District Rank
#1 of 6

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