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Julia Randall Elementary School

Elementary School · Payson Unified District (4209)

PO BOX 919, Payson, AZ 85547

Enrollment

571

Student-Teacher

18.4:1

Score

6.0

Grades

2nd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,133 of 2,006

In Payson

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#4 of 4

Payson Unified District (4209)

Academic performance

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Julia Randall Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Payson · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.1/10

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About Julia Randall Elementary School

Julia Randall Elementary School is a public elementary school in Payson, AZ, part of Payson Unified District (4209). Julia Randall Elementary School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Julia Randall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,133 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Julia Randall Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Julia Randall 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,456
Chronic Absenteeism38%

Julia Randall Elementary School — Students at Julia Randall Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 56.7% (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
72%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
65%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
34%
2015
Math
39%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
28%
ELA
36%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Julia Randall Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

Location

PO BOX 919, Payson, AZ 85547

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Julia Randall Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Payson Elementary School (rated 9.5/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pine Strawberry Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Pine), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tonto Basin Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 25.1 miles away, in nearby Tonto Basin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Payson, see our Payson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

11 within 37.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Payson High School Payson 0.6 mi 7.1
Rim Country Middle School Payson 0.9 mi 6.0
PAYSON COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Payson 2.0 mi 4.6
Payson Elementary School Payson 2.5 mi 9.5
Pine Strawberry Elementary School Pine 12.5 mi 8.9
Tonto Basin Elementary Tonto Basin 25.1 mi 8.7
Young Elementary School Young 23.4 mi 5.2
Young High School Young 23.4 mi
SOUTHWESTERN ACADEMY Rimrock 36.7 mi 9.1
Beaver Creek School Rimrock 37.9 mi 6.1
SEDONA SKY ACADEMY Rimrock 37.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Julia Randall Elementary School

What grades does Julia Randall Elementary School serve?

Julia Randall Elementary School serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.

How many students attend Julia Randall Elementary School?

Julia Randall Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Julia Randall Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Julia Randall Elementary School is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Julia Randall Elementary School rank in AZ?

Julia Randall Elementary School ranks #1,133 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Julia Randall Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Julia Randall Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Julia Randall Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Julia Randall Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Julia Randall Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Julia Randall Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Gila County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

District

Payson Unified District (4209)
District Enrollment
2,283
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,456
District Rank
#4 of 4

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