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#1754 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Fowler Elementary School

Elementary School · Fowler Elementary District (4273)

6707 W VAN BUREN ST, Phoenix, AZ 85043

Enrollment

371

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

4.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,754 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#347 of 422

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Fowler Elementary District (4273)

School environment

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Fowler Elementary School

4.2/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Fowler Elementary School

Fowler Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Fowler Elementary District (4273). Fowler Elementary School serves approximately 371 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Fowler Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,754 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Fowler Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.2 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

42% of students at Fowler 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 Progress2.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)30% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.4Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,609
Chronic Absenteeism42.3%

Fowler Elementary School — Students at Fowler Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.0% (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
53%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
74%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
25%
2015
Math
35%
ELA
26%
2016
Math
26%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
21%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
31%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Fowler Elementary School Compares

See how Fowler Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.2/10
13th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.4/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

Location

6707 W VAN BUREN ST, Phoenix, AZ 85043

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Fowler Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky (rated 7.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is Fowler Elementary School District Virtual Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western Valley Elementary School (rated 5.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
South Ridge High School Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.4
Sunridge Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 4.9
Imagine Desert West Middle Phoenix 1.1 mi 2.1
Imagine Desert West Elementary Phoenix 1.1 mi 2.2
Midtown High School Phoenix 1.2 mi
Precision Academy Phoenix 1.2 mi 3.2
Palm Lane Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.6
Western Valley Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.2
Fowler Elementary School District Virtual Academy Phoenix 1.5 mi 7.1
Peralta School Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.2
Western Valley Middle School Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.7
Academy of Math and Science Desert Sky Tucson 1.6 mi 7.4
Santa Maria Middle School Phoenix 2.0 mi 3.8
Byron A. Barry School Phoenix 2.0 mi 4.4
ASDB - ELP FBC West Valley Preschool Tucson 2.0 mi
West-MEC - Sierra Linda High School Glendale 2.3 mi
Sierra Linda High School Tolleson 2.3 mi 4.9
Hope High School Phoenix 2.2 mi 4.0
Charles W. Harris School Phoenix 2.1 mi 4.4
Cartwright School Phoenix 2.3 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,051

Median Home Value

$288,900

Median Rent

$1,496/mo

Population

39,603

College Educated

13.1%

Homeownership

65.1%

Avg Commute

29.3 min

Poverty Rate

16%

Median Age

30.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Fowler Elementary School

What grades does Fowler Elementary School serve?

Fowler Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Fowler Elementary School?

Fowler Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 371 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Fowler Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Fowler Elementary School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Fowler Elementary School rank in AZ?

Fowler Elementary School ranks #1,754 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Fowler Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Fowler 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 Fowler Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Fowler Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Fowler Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Fowler Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Fowler Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
371
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.3%

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