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#1758 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School

Elementary School · Miami Unified District (4211)

PO BOX 2070, Miami, AZ 85539

Enrollment

240

Student-Teacher

17.1:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,758 of 2,006

In Miami

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Miami Unified District (4211)

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Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Miami · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Miami Junior Senior High School

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About Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School is a public elementary school in Miami, AZ, part of Miami Unified District (4211).

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School serves approximately 240 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 17.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,758 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

49% of students at Dr. Charles A. Bejarano 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 Progress2.2Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2019
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2019 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2019 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2019 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,176
Chronic Absenteeism49.2%

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School — Students at Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2018-19)

Math Proficiency 36.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
47%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
44%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.2/10.

How Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School Compares

See how Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
12th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
2.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.2%

Location

PO BOX 2070, Miami, AZ 85539

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Destiny School (rated 8.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Globe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rice Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Miami Junior Senior High School Miami 0.0 mi 4.8
Lee Kornegay Intermediate School Miami 0.0 mi 3.8
Tiger Knowledge Online (TKO) Globe 2.6 mi
Globe High School Globe 3.3 mi 6.4
Liberty High School Globe 3.4 mi 6.2
Copper Rim Elementary School Globe 3.6 mi 5.0
Destiny School Globe 4.1 mi 8.4
CVIT - Central Campus EAC Gila Pueblo Superior 5.0 mi
High Desert Middle School Globe 5.5 mi 4.1
John F Kennedy School Superior 18.4 mi 4.1
CVIT - Superior High School Superior 18.4 mi
Superior Junior/Senior High School Superior 18.4 mi 5.6
Ray JR/SR High School Kearny 24.3 mi 6.4
Ray Elementary School Kearny 24.5 mi 3.9
Biyaagozhoo Center Globe 20.7 mi
San Carlos Alternative High School San Carlos 22.1 mi
San Carlos High School San Carlos 22.2 mi 7.4
San Carlos Middle School San Carlos 22.2 mi 5.0
Rice Elementary School San Carlos 22.3 mi 7.1
ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL San Carlos 22.4 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,733

Median Home Value

$107,200

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

3,066

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

75.9%

Poverty Rate

25.2%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School

What grades does Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School serve?

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School?

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 240 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School is 17.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School rank in AZ?

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School ranks #1,758 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School a charter school?

No, Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
240
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Gila County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.2%

District

Miami Unified District (4211)
District Enrollment
927
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,176
District Rank
#2 of 3

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