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#74 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 4% in state

Jack Daley Primary School

Elementary School · Thatcher Unified District (4219)

PO BOX 610, Thatcher, AZ 85552

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

18.7:1

Score

9.1

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#74 of 2,006

In Thatcher

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Thatcher Unified District (4219)

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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Jack Daley Primary School

9.1/10

Elementary School in Thatcher · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Jack Daley Primary School

Jack Daley Primary School is a public elementary school in Thatcher, AZ, part of Thatcher Unified District (4219). Jack Daley Primary School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 18.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Jack Daley Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #74 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Jack Daley Primary School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).

How it compares0.9 pts above district
  • This school 9.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Jack Daley Primary 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 Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change0 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2010
TrendStable
Academics10.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency87% (2010 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2010 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency90% (2010 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2010 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+50.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile100th
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$8,891
Chronic Absenteeism31.2%

Jack Daley Primary School — Students at Jack Daley Primary School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2009-10)

Math Proficiency 87.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2010)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 92.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2010)
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.7/10.

How Jack Daley Primary School Compares

See how Jack Daley Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.1/10
96th percentile in AZ
Academic
10.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
6.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

Location

PO BOX 610, Thatcher, AZ 85552

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jack Daley Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Plus Academy (rated 9.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Pima), with a very similar rating. Another option is Dorothy Stinson School (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Safford), a more accessible option. Additionally, Thatcher Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Thatcher, see our Thatcher schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Eagle Online Academy Thatcher 0.1 mi 3.7
Thatcher Middle School Thatcher 0.2 mi 6.1
Thatcher Elementary School Thatcher 0.2 mi 7.2
Thatcher High School Thatcher 0.6 mi 8.7
GIFT - Gila Institute for Technology Thatcher 1.1 mi
GIFT - Safford High School Thatcher 2.5 mi
Safford High School Safford 2.5 mi 7.4
Ruth Powell Elementary School Safford 2.6 mi 6.9
Lafe Nelson School Safford 2.8 mi 7.2
Safford Middle School Safford 3.1 mi 4.6
Dorothy Stinson School Safford 3.5 mi 7.4
Triumphant Learning Center Safford 3.4 mi 3.9
Mt Graham High School Safford 4.4 mi 7.7
Dan Hinton Accommodation School Pima 4.6 mi 7.4
Pima Junior High School Pima 4.7 mi 5.2
GIFT - Pima High School Thatcher 4.8 mi
Pima High School Pima 4.8 mi 8.0
Pima Elementary School Pima 4.9 mi 5.3
Gila Valley Learning Center Pima 4.9 mi
Discovery Plus Academy Pima 6.0 mi 9.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85552 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,658

Median Home Value

$280,200

Median Rent

$959/mo

Population

6,619

College Educated

21.8%

Homeownership

74.3%

Poverty Rate

12.9%

Median Age

30.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jack Daley Primary School

What grades does Jack Daley Primary School serve?

Jack Daley Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Jack Daley Primary School?

Jack Daley Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Jack Daley Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Jack Daley Primary School is 18.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jack Daley Primary School rank in AZ?

Jack Daley Primary School ranks #74 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Jack Daley Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jack Daley Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Daley Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jack Daley Primary School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2010).

Is Jack Daley Primary School a charter school?

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

Is Jack Daley Primary School a Title I school?

No, Jack Daley Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Graham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
31.2%

District

Thatcher Unified District (4219)
District Enrollment
1,822
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$8,891
District Rank
#1 of 5

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