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J B Sutton Elementary School

Elementary School · Isaac Elementary District (4259)

1001 N 31ST AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Enrollment

535

Student-Teacher

16.7:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,499 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#292 of 422

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

Isaac Elementary District (4259)

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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J B Sutton Elementary School

5.0/10

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

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About J B Sutton Elementary School

J B Sutton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Isaac Elementary District (4259). J B Sutton Elementary School serves approximately 535 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.7:1 student-teacher ratio. J B Sutton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,499 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for J B Sutton Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at J B Sutton 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 Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.0Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,074
Chronic Absenteeism48.4%

J B Sutton Elementary School — Students at J B Sutton Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 27.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 30.6% (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
52%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
43%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
8%
ELA
13%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
11%
2017
Math
20%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
9%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
9%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
15%

* 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 J B Sutton Elementary School Compares

See how J B Sutton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.0/10
Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

Location

1001 N 31ST AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85009

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering J B Sutton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Magnet Traditional School (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maie Bartlett Heard School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy of Mathematics and Science South (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Esperanza Elementary School Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.0
Bret Tarver Education Complex Phoenix 0.4 mi 4.1
Carl Hayden High School Phoenix 0.4 mi 4.6
Isaac Online Prep Academy Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.8
Isaac Middle School Phoenix 0.7 mi 3.9
William R Sullivan Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 3.5
Morris K. Udall Escuela de Bellas Artes Phoenix 0.8 mi 4.8
Alta E Butler School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.5
Jack L Kuban Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.8
Think Through Academy Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.8
Moya Elementary Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.2
Magnet Traditional School Phoenix 1.6 mi 8.3
Phoenix Digital Academy Phoenix 1.7 mi 4.1
Mitchell Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.8
P T Coe Elementary School Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.8
West Phoenix High School Phoenix 1.7 mi 4.8
Maie Bartlett Heard School Phoenix 1.7 mi 6.7
Academy of Mathematics and Science South Tucson 1.8 mi 6.7
Arizona Collegiate High School Phoenix 1.9 mi 3.9
Southwest Leadership Academy Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85009 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,615

Median Home Value

$215,300

Median Rent

$1,128/mo

Population

52,116

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

50.7%

Avg Commute

26 min

Poverty Rate

27.2%

Median Age

31.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about J B Sutton Elementary School

What grades does J B Sutton Elementary School serve?

J B Sutton Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend J B Sutton Elementary School?

J B Sutton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 535 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at J B Sutton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at J B Sutton Elementary School is 16.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does J B Sutton Elementary School rank in AZ?

J B Sutton Elementary School ranks #1,499 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is J B Sutton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

J B Sutton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 J B Sutton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, J B Sutton Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is J B Sutton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is J B Sutton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, J B Sutton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
535
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.4%

District

Isaac Elementary District (4259)
District Enrollment
4,826
Schools in District
13
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,074
District Rank
#7 of 12

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