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#474 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 24% in state

Irene Lopez School

Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

4610 S 12TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Enrollment

481

Student-Teacher

20:1

Score

7.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#474 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#90 of 422

public schools

In district

#1 of 18

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Irene Lopez School

7.7/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Irene Lopez School

Irene Lopez School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Irene Lopez School serves approximately 481 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 20:1 student-teacher ratio. Irene Lopez School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #474 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Irene Lopez School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

39% of students at Irene Lopez 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 Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.14 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio20:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,789
Chronic Absenteeism39.3%

Irene Lopez School — Students at Irene Lopez School score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.2% (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
42%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
63%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
59%
2014
Math
20%
ELA
14%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2019
Math
41%
ELA
34%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
21%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
28%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Irene Lopez School Compares

See how Irene Lopez School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.7/10
76th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

Location

4610 S 12TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Irene Lopez School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, T G Barr School (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,890

Median Home Value

$294,800

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

33,325

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Irene Lopez School

What grades does Irene Lopez School serve?

Irene Lopez School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Irene Lopez School?

Irene Lopez School has an enrollment of approximately 481 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Irene Lopez School?

The student-teacher ratio at Irene Lopez School is 20:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Irene Lopez School rank in AZ?

Irene Lopez School ranks #474 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Irene Lopez School's MySchoolScout rating?

Irene Lopez School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Irene Lopez School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Irene Lopez School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Irene Lopez School a charter school?

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

Is Irene Lopez School a Title I school?

No, Irene Lopez School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
481
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
39.3%

District

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
District Enrollment
7,274
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,789
District Rank
#1 of 18

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