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#1587 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School

Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

2101 W ALTA VISTA RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041

Enrollment

509

Student-Teacher

17.6:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,587 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#311 of 422

public schools

In district

#14 of 18

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.2/10

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About Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School serves approximately 509 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,587 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Ed & Verma Pastor 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 Progress4.3Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,789
Chronic Absenteeism41.8%

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School — Students at Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.2% (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
46%
ELA
59%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
49%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
18%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
21%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
23%
2020*
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
9%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
17%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School Compares

See how Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
21th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

Location

2101 W ALTA VISTA RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Math and Science South Mountain (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is PLEASANTVIEW CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John R Davis School (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
BASIS Phoenix South Phoenix 0.5 mi 4.2
Ignacio Conchos School Phoenix 0.5 mi 4.3
Bernard Black Elementary School Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.2
ARIZONA LUTHERAN ACADEMY Phoenix 0.8 mi 6.6
C J Jorgensen School Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.6
Sun Valley Academy Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.8
John R Davis School Phoenix 0.9 mi 6.8
Academy of Math and Science South Mountain Tucson 1.1 mi 7.1
EAGLE College Prep Phoenix 1.2 mi 3.6
PLEASANTVIEW CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.0
V H Lassen Elementary School Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.4
Sunland Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.9
Valley View School Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.5
Southwest Elementary School Phoenix 2.0 mi 5.5
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate Tempe 1.9 mi 4.2
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 1.9 mi 4.4
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary Tempe 2.0 mi 4.5
South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix 2.1 mi 5.3
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Quest High School Phoenix 2.1 mi 4.7
South Pointe High School Phoenix 2.2 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,555

Median Home Value

$310,100

Median Rent

$1,612/mo

Population

63,881

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School

What grades does Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School serve?

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School?

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 509 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School is 17.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School rank in AZ?

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School ranks #1,587 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School a charter school?

No, Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
40 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
509
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.8%

District

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

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