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#506 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 25% in state

Jack Barnes Elementary School

Elementary School · Queen Creek Unified District (4245)

20750 S 214TH ST, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Enrollment

630

Student-Teacher

18:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#506 of 2,006

In Queen Creek

#11 of 26

public schools

In district

#9 of 14

Queen Creek Unified District (4245)

Academic performance

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Jack Barnes Elementary School

7.6/10

Elementary School in Queen Creek · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Queen Creek Junior High School

6.4/10

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7.4/10

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About Jack Barnes Elementary School

Jack Barnes Elementary School is a public elementary school in Queen Creek, AZ, part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245). Jack Barnes Elementary School serves approximately 630 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack Barnes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #506 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Jack Barnes Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency56% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile76th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18:1
Per-Pupil Spending$9,137
Chronic Absenteeism23.3%

Jack Barnes Elementary School — Students at Jack Barnes Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (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
80%
ELA
88%
2010
Math
83%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
80%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
74%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2020*
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2021*
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2022
Math
56%
ELA
55%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Jack Barnes Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20750 S 214TH ST, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Barnes Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Silver Valley Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cortina Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Queen Creek, see our Queen Creek schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Queen Creek Junior High School Queen Creek 0.6 mi 6.4
Benjamin Franklin Charter School - Crismon Queen Creek 1.0 mi 7.4
Queen Creek High School Queen Creek 1.4 mi 7.4
CANYON STATE ACADEMY Queen Creek 1.5 mi 8.0
Katherine Mecham Barney Elementary Queen Creek 1.5 mi 7.9
American Leadership Academy Signal Butte K-6 Queen Creek 1.7 mi 3.8
Desert Mountain Elementary Queen Creek 1.9 mi 7.9
Frances Brandon-Pickett Elementary Queen Creek 2.1 mi 8.2
Queen Creek Elementary School Queen Creek 2.3 mi 8.1
Queen Creek Virtual Academy Queen Creek 2.3 mi 4.7
Faith Mather Sossaman Elementary School Queen Creek 2.3 mi 8.6
Heritage Academy Gateway Mesa 2.3 mi 8.0
EVIT - Heritage Academy Gateway Queen Creek 2.3 mi
American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12 Queen Creek 2.7 mi 7.3
Crismon High School Queen Creek 2.9 mi
American Leadership Academy of Applied Technologies Mesa 2.9 mi
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek Chandler 2.9 mi 6.6
Silver Valley Elementary Mesa 3.6 mi 8.6
Cortina Elementary Queen Creek 3.2 mi 8.5
Benjamin Franklin High School Queen Creek 3.3 mi 7.5

Neighborhood 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 Jack Barnes Elementary School

What grades does Jack Barnes Elementary School serve?

Jack Barnes Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Jack Barnes Elementary School?

Jack Barnes Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 630 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Barnes Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Barnes Elementary School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Barnes Elementary School rank in AZ?

Jack Barnes Elementary School ranks #506 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Jack Barnes Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Barnes Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Jack Barnes Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack Barnes Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Jack Barnes Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Jack Barnes Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
630
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.3%

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