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#1552 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Cesar E Chavez Community School

Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

4001 S 3RD ST, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Enrollment

417

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

4.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,552 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#300 of 422

public schools

In district

#13 of 18

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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4.9/10

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About Cesar E Chavez Community School

Cesar E Chavez Community School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Cesar E Chavez Community School serves approximately 417 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Cesar E Chavez Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,552 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Cesar E Chavez Community School show 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at Cesar E Chavez Community 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-3.55 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency13% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile7th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,789
Chronic Absenteeism47%

Cesar E Chavez Community School — Students at Cesar E Chavez Community School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.6% (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
42%
ELA
48%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
55%
2011
Math
40%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
35%
ELA
49%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
28%
ELA
18%
2016
Math
19%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
13%

* 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 Cesar E Chavez Community School Compares

See how Cesar E Chavez Community School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.9/10
23th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

Location

4001 S 3RD ST, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cesar E Chavez Community School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANTVIEW CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,890

Median Home Value

$294,800

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

33,325

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cesar E Chavez Community School

What grades does Cesar E Chavez Community School serve?

Cesar E Chavez Community School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Cesar E Chavez Community School?

Cesar E Chavez Community School has an enrollment of approximately 417 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cesar E Chavez Community School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cesar E Chavez Community School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cesar E Chavez Community School rank in AZ?

Cesar E Chavez Community School ranks #1,552 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Cesar E Chavez Community School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cesar E Chavez Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Cesar E Chavez Community School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cesar E Chavez Community School has 24% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cesar E Chavez Community School a charter school?

No, Cesar E Chavez Community School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Cesar E Chavez Community School a Title I school?

No, Cesar E Chavez Community School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
417
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.0%

District

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
District Enrollment
7,274
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,789
District Rank
#13 of 18

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