Below Average
#1631 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Flora Thew Elementary School
Elementary School · Tempe School District (4258)
2130 E HOWE AVE, Tempe, AZ 85281
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
15.8:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,631 of 2,006
In Tempe
#46 of 52
public schools
In district
#19 of 22
Tempe School District (4258)
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Flora Thew Elementary School
Flora Thew Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tempe, AZ, part of Tempe School District (4258). Flora Thew Elementary School serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Flora Thew Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,631 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Flora Thew Elementary School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 6.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Flora Thew 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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Flora Thew Elementary School — Students at Flora Thew Elementary School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
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: 3.7/10.
How Flora Thew Elementary School Compares
See how Flora Thew 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
2130 E HOWE AVE, Tempe, AZ 85281
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Flora Thew Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ward Traditional Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meyer Montessori (rated 8.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SLAM Arizona Inc. (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Las Vegas), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tempe, see our Tempe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SLAM Arizona Inc. Las Vegas | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| TEMPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LTD Mesa | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| Connolly Middle School Tempe | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Curry Elementary School Tempe | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Mesa | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Mcclintock High School Tempe | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Valley Preparatory Academy Tempe | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
| New School for the Arts Tempe | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| New School for the Arts Middle School Tempe | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Webster Elementary School Mesa | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Meyer Montessori Tempe | 1.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy Digital Tempe | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Humanities and Sciences Academy Arizona Phoenix | 1.7 mi | — |
| International Commerce High School - Tempe Tempe | 1.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Ward Traditional Academy Tempe | 2.1 mi | 8.4 |
| EVIT - East Valley Institute of Technology Mesa | 1.8 mi | 9.1 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Tempe | 1.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Whittier Elementary School Mesa | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Adams Elementary School Mesa | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Tempe Preparatory Academy Tempe | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85281 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,084
Median Home Value
$364,200
Median Rent
$1,531/mo
Population
70,726
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
23.8%
Avg Commute
21.1 min
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
25.3
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| Crown Charter School Litchfield Park, AZ | 4.7 |
| Field Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.7 |
| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe, AZ | 4.7 |
| Garfield School Phoenix, AZ | 4.7 |
| Kachina Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 4.7 |
| Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary Queen Creek, AZ | 4.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Flora Thew Elementary School
What grades does Flora Thew Elementary School serve?
Flora Thew Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Flora Thew Elementary School?
Flora Thew Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Flora Thew Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Flora Thew Elementary School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Flora Thew Elementary School rank in AZ?
Flora Thew Elementary School ranks #1,631 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Flora Thew Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Flora Thew Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Flora Thew Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Flora Thew Elementary School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Flora Thew Elementary School a charter school?
No, Flora Thew Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Flora Thew Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Flora Thew 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.8%
- Phone
- (480) 894-5574
Resources & Links
District
Tempe School District (4258)- District Enrollment
- 10,293
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,504
- District Rank
- #19 of 22
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