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Dos Rios Elementary

Elementary School · Union Elementary District (4277)

2150 S 87TH AVE, Tolleson, AZ 85353

Enrollment

649

Student-Teacher

16.6:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,400 of 2,006

In Tolleson

#7 of 13

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Union Elementary District (4277)

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Dos Rios Elementary

5.3/10

Elementary School in Tolleson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dos Rios Elementary

Dos Rios Elementary is a public elementary school in Tolleson, AZ, part of Union Elementary District (4277). Dos Rios Elementary serves approximately 649 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 16.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dos Rios Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,400 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Dos Rios Elementary show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Dos Rios Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

68% of students at Dos Rios Elementary 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 Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-21.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment5.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,823
Chronic Absenteeism68.1%

Dos Rios Elementary — Students at Dos Rios Elementary score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.7% (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
38%
ELA
60%
2010
Math
41%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
46%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
9%
ELA
23%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Dos Rios Elementary Compares

See how Dos Rios Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
30th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
5.3/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
68.1%

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

2150 S 87TH AVE, Tolleson, AZ 85353

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dos Rios Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Math and Science Avondale (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Sun Canyon School (rated 6.5/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fine Arts Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Cashion), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tolleson, see our Tolleson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain Tolleson 0.6 mi 3.4
Sun Canyon School Phoenix 0.8 mi 6.5
Hurley Ranch Elementary Tolleson 1.1 mi 4.4
Union Elementary School Tolleson 1.3 mi 6.1
Tuscano Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 3.9
Arizona Desert Elementary School Tolleson 1.5 mi 6.0
Hope High School Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.0
Tolleson Virtual Academy Tolleson 1.6 mi
West-MEC - Tolleson Union High School Glendale 1.7 mi
Tolleson Union High School Tolleson 1.7 mi 5.0
University High School Tolleson 1.7 mi 8.8
ASDB - ELP FBC West Valley Preschool Tucson 1.5 mi
Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School Tolleson 2.0 mi 5.3
Santa Maria Middle School Phoenix 1.9 mi 3.8
Country Place Elementary Avondale 1.9 mi 5.9
Fine Arts Academy Cashion 2.0 mi 6.5
Desert Oasis Elementary School Tolleson 2.6 mi 4.4
Academy of Math and Science Avondale Tucson 2.3 mi 7.5
Tres Rios Elementary School Tolleson 2.6 mi 4.1
West-MEC - Sierra Linda High School Glendale 2.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85353 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$88,867

Median Home Value

$344,600

Median Rent

$1,626/mo

Population

44,995

College Educated

13.8%

Homeownership

69.7%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

11.6%

Median Age

28.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dos Rios Elementary

What grades does Dos Rios Elementary serve?

Dos Rios Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Dos Rios Elementary?

Dos Rios Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 649 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dos Rios Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dos Rios Elementary is 16.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dos Rios Elementary rank in AZ?

Dos Rios Elementary ranks #1,400 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Dos Rios Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dos Rios Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Dos Rios Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dos Rios Elementary has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Dos Rios Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Dos Rios Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dos Rios Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
649
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
68.1%

District

Union Elementary District (4277)
District Enrollment
1,663
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,823
District Rank
#2 of 3

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