Needs Improvement
#1898 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ellsworth Elementary School
Elementary School · J O Combs Unified School District (4445)
38454 N CAROLINA AVE, Queen Creek, AZ 85140
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
559
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,898 of 2,006
In Queen Creek
#25 of 26
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
J O Combs Unified School District (4445)
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Ellsworth Elementary School
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About Ellsworth Elementary School
Ellsworth Elementary School is a public elementary school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445). Ellsworth Elementary School serves approximately 559 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ellsworth Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,898 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ellsworth Elementary School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Ellsworth 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
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Ellsworth Elementary School — Students at Ellsworth Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 2.3/10.
How Ellsworth Elementary School Compares
See how Ellsworth Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
38454 N CAROLINA AVE, Queen Creek, AZ 85140
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ellsworth Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Happy Valley School East Campus (rated 8.4/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Combs Traditional Academy (rated 7.4/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby San Tan Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85140 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,668
Median Home Value
$411,800
Median Rent
$1,883/mo
Population
51,078
College Educated
29.9%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
37.2 min
Poverty Rate
7.1%
Median Age
34.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ellsworth Elementary School
What grades does Ellsworth Elementary School serve?
Ellsworth Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ellsworth Elementary School?
Ellsworth Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 559 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ellsworth Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ellsworth Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ellsworth Elementary School rank in AZ?
Ellsworth Elementary School ranks #1,898 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ellsworth Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ellsworth Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Ellsworth Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ellsworth Elementary School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ellsworth Elementary School a charter school?
No, Ellsworth Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ellsworth Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Ellsworth Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 559
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (480) 882-3520
Resources & Links
District
J O Combs Unified School District (4445)- District Enrollment
- 4,052
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,719
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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