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#1237 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Frank Borman School
Elementary School · Cartwright Elementary District (4282)
3637 N 55TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85031
Enrollment
1,017
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
1,017
Student-Teacher
23.1:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,237 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#226 of 422
public schools
In district
#3 of 22
Cartwright Elementary District (4282)
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Frank Borman School
Frank Borman School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282). Frank Borman School serves approximately 1,017 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank Borman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,237 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Frank Borman School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Frank Borman School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Frank Borman School runs 23.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
40% of students at Frank Borman 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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Frank Borman School — Students at Frank Borman School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
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: 7.0/10.
How Frank Borman School Compares
See how Frank Borman 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
3637 N 55TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Frank Borman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Liberty Traditional Charter School (rated 6.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EAGLE College Prep Maryvale (rated 6.1/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Victory Collegiate Academy (rated 5.8/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,641
Median Home Value
$240,300
Median Rent
$1,503/mo
Population
30,681
College Educated
7.7%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
30.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Frank Borman School
What grades does Frank Borman School serve?
Frank Borman School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Frank Borman School?
Frank Borman School has an enrollment of approximately 1,017 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank Borman School?
The student-teacher ratio at Frank Borman School is 23.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Frank Borman School rank in AZ?
Frank Borman School ranks #1,237 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Frank Borman School's MySchoolScout rating?
Frank Borman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Frank Borman School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank Borman School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Frank Borman School a charter school?
No, Frank Borman School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Frank Borman School a Title I school?
No, Frank Borman School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 1,017
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (623) 691-5000
Resources & Links
District
Cartwright Elementary District (4282)- District Enrollment
- 13,720
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,949
- District Rank
- #3 of 22
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