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#831 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 41% in state

James B Rolle School

Elementary School · Yuma Elementary District (4499)

2711 S ENGLER AVE, Yuma, AZ 85365

Enrollment

530

Student-Teacher

19.6:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#831 of 2,006

In Yuma

#10 of 40

public schools

In district

#8 of 19

Yuma Elementary District (4499)

Academic performance

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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James B Rolle School

6.8/10

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

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About James B Rolle School

James B Rolle School is a public elementary school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Elementary District (4499). James B Rolle School serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.6:1 student-teacher ratio. James B Rolle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for James B Rolle School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,416
Chronic Absenteeism28.3%

James B Rolle School — Students at James B Rolle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 49.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 52.6% (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
56%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
67%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
40%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
48%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
45%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2019
Math
48%
ELA
45%
2020*
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
37%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How James B Rolle School Compares

See how James B Rolle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
59th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

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

2711 S ENGLER AVE, Yuma, AZ 85365

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering James B Rolle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy (rated 7.7/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Palmcroft Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Alice Byrne Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
YUMA LUTHERAN SCHOOL Yuma 0.2 mi 4.5
C W Mcgraw Elementary School Yuma 1.4 mi 6.4
Gila Vista Jr High School Yuma 1.4 mi 3.9
Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma 1.9 mi 4.9
STEDY- Central Campus Yuma 2.1 mi
AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Phoenix 1.9 mi 6.0
Palmcroft Elementary School Yuma 2.1 mi 7.3
R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma 2.2 mi 4.9
ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Yuma 2.3 mi 5.7
YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma 2.3 mi
Vista High School Yuma 2.4 mi 5.9
Yuma Online Distance Academy Yuma 2.4 mi 4.0
Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma 2.5 mi 6.8
Amerischools Academy North Phoenix 2.6 mi 6.5
STEDY- Kofa HS Satellite Yuma 2.5 mi
Kofa High School Yuma 2.5 mi 5.0
O C Johnson School Yuma 3.0 mi 6.6
Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy Yuma 3.2 mi 7.7
YUMA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Yuma 3.0 mi 5.7
Fourth Avenue Junior High School Yuma 3.4 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,358

Median Home Value

$189,900

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

53,149

College Educated

21.2%

Homeownership

77.7%

Avg Commute

17.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

35.5

Similar Schools

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Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma, AZ 6.8
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Corte Sierra Elementary School Litchfield Park, AZ 6.8
Desert View Elementary Intermediate Page, AZ 6.8
Echo Canyon K-8 Scottsdale, AZ 6.8
El Mirage Elementary School El Mirage, AZ 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about James B Rolle School

What grades does James B Rolle School serve?

James B Rolle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend James B Rolle School?

James B Rolle School has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at James B Rolle School?

The student-teacher ratio at James B Rolle School is 19.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does James B Rolle School rank in AZ?

James B Rolle School ranks #831 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is James B Rolle School's MySchoolScout rating?

James B Rolle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 James B Rolle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, James B Rolle School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is James B Rolle School a charter school?

No, James B Rolle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is James B Rolle School a Title I school?

No, James B Rolle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
43 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
530
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Yuma County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.3%

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