Excellent
#303 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 15% in state
Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary
Elementary School · Queen Creek Unified District (4245)
22706 East Village Loop Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
611
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#303 of 2,006
In Queen Creek
#5 of 26
public schools
In district
#4 of 14
Queen Creek Unified District (4245)
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary
Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary is a public elementary school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245). Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary serves approximately 611 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #303 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary 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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Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary — Students at Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
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: 8.4/10.
How Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary Compares
See how Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary 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
22706 East Village Loop Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Queen Creek Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85142 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,236
Median Home Value
$521,300
Median Rent
$2,092/mo
Population
87,201
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
88.7%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
5.3%
Median Age
36.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary
What grades does Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary serve?
Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary?
Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 611 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary 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 Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary rank in AZ?
Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary ranks #303 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary a charter school?
No, Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary a Title I school?
No, Frances Brandon-pickett Elementary 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
- 611
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (480) 987-7420
Resources & Links
District
Queen Creek Unified District (4245)- District Enrollment
- 14,503
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,137
- District Rank
- #4 of 14
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