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Very Good

#742 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 37% in state

Johnson Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

3807 E PUEBLO AVE, Mesa, AZ 85206

Enrollment

618

Student-Teacher

14.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#742 of 2,006

In Mesa

#56 of 129

public schools

In district

#29 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Johnson Elementary School

7.0/10

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

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5.9/10

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About Johnson Elementary School

Johnson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Johnson Elementary School serves approximately 618 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Johnson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Johnson Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile67th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism25.1%

Johnson Elementary School — Students at Johnson Elementary School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.4% (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
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
76%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
54%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2019
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
42%
ELA
43%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Johnson Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
63th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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

3807 E PUEBLO AVE, Mesa, AZ 85206

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Johnson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete (rated 9.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Montessori Education Centre Charter School - Mesa (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Irving Elementary School Mesa 0.7 mi 5.9
Taylor Junior High School Mesa 0.8 mi 5.4
Montessori Education Centre Charter School - Mesa Mesa 1.3 mi 8.8
Sun Valley High School Mesa 1.3 mi 4.4
PILGRIM LUTHERAN SCHOOL Mesa 1.6 mi 5.2
Franklin Junior High School Mesa 1.4 mi 7.9
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete Phoenix 1.7 mi 9.4
Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus Mesa 1.5 mi 9.3
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep Phoenix 1.7 mi 8.2
Pioneer Elementary School Gilbert 1.7 mi 8.4
Porter Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 7.5
Challenger Basic School Gilbert 1.9 mi 8.6
Val Vista Lakes Elementary School Gilbert 2.1 mi 7.6
Entz Elementary School Mesa 2.2 mi 8.3
Highland Arts Elementary Mesa 2.3 mi 7.8
Madison Elementary School Mesa 2.0 mi 6.0
PIECEFUL SOLUTIONS LLC Gilbert 2.2 mi 6.3
Robson Elementary School Mesa 2.1 mi 5.0
O'Connor Elementary School Mesa 2.5 mi 4.8
Wilson Elementary School Mesa 2.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85206 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,986

Median Home Value

$322,600

Median Rent

$1,717/mo

Population

36,896

College Educated

33.9%

Homeownership

63.9%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

9.1%

Median Age

46.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Johnson Elementary School

What grades does Johnson Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Johnson Elementary School?

Johnson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 618 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Johnson Elementary School is 14.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Johnson Elementary School rank in AZ?

Johnson Elementary School ranks #742 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Johnson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Johnson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Johnson Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Johnson Elementary School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Johnson Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Johnson Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
34 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
618
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.1%

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