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Keller Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

1445 E HILTON AVE, Mesa, AZ 85204

Enrollment

567

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,504 of 2,006

In Mesa

#90 of 129

public schools

In district

#50 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Keller Elementary School

5.0/10

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

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5.2/10

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5.8/10

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About Keller Elementary School

Keller Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Keller Elementary School serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Keller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,504 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Keller Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism29.8%

Keller Elementary School — Students at Keller Elementary School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.1% (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
57%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2019
Math
35%
ELA
35%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
15%
ELA
23%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Keller Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

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

1445 E HILTON AVE, Mesa, AZ 85204

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Keller Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Neely Traditional Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Porter Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Harris Elementary School Mesa 0.4 mi 5.2
Mesa High School Mesa 0.6 mi 5.8
EVIT - Mesa High School Mesa 0.6 mi
Lindbergh Elementary School Mesa 0.7 mi 5.0
EDUPRIZE SCHOOL Gilbert Gilbert 0.8 mi 7.4
Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus Mesa 0.9 mi 8.8
Sequoia Choice School Arizona Distance Learning School Mesa 0.9 mi 4.9
Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Deaf School Mesa 0.9 mi 6.4
Sequoia Charter School Mesa 0.9 mi 4.2
Oak Tree Elementary Gilbert 1.2 mi 6.0
Holmes Elementary School Mesa 1.1 mi 3.7
PATHWAYS SCHOOL Gilbert 1.2 mi 6.2
Robson Elementary School Mesa 1.3 mi 5.0
Longfellow Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 5.0
Lowell Elementary School Mesa 1.6 mi 7.4
CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Mesa 1.6 mi 7.2
Neely Traditional Academy Gilbert 1.5 mi 9.3
Gilbert Classical Academy 7-12 Gilbert 1.6 mi 9.4
EAGLE College Preparatory School- Mesa Mesa 1.8 mi 7.3
Porter Elementary School Mesa 1.6 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,474

Median Home Value

$296,000

Median Rent

$1,426/mo

Population

65,018

College Educated

19.6%

Homeownership

57.9%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

14.7%

Median Age

33.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Keller Elementary School

What grades does Keller Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Keller Elementary School?

Keller Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Keller Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Keller Elementary School rank in AZ?

Keller Elementary School ranks #1,504 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Keller Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Keller Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Keller Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Keller Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Keller Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Keller Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
37 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.8%

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