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#1860 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School

Elementary School · Miami Unified District (4211)

PO BOX 2070, Miami, AZ 85539

Enrollment

263

Student-Teacher

16.4:1

Score

3.8

Grades

3rd – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,860 of 2,006

In Miami

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Miami Unified District (4211)

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Lee Kornegay Intermediate School

3.8/10

Elementary School in Miami · grades 3rd – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Lee Kornegay Intermediate School

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School is a public elementary school in Miami, AZ, part of Miami Unified District (4211). Lee Kornegay Intermediate School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades 3rd-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Lee Kornegay Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,860 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Lee Kornegay Intermediate School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.0
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

51% of students at Lee Kornegay Intermediate 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 Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.6Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)23% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,176
Chronic Absenteeism51.3%

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School — Students at Lee Kornegay Intermediate School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (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
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
58%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
45%
ELA
64%
2013
Math
40%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
34%
ELA
29%
2016
Math
31%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
7%
ELA
16%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Lee Kornegay Intermediate School Compares

See how Lee Kornegay Intermediate School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
7th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.6/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.3%

Location

PO BOX 2070, Miami, AZ 85539

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lee Kornegay Intermediate School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Destiny School (rated 8.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Globe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rice Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 22.3 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Miami, see our Miami schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 22.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Miami Junior Senior High School Miami 0.0 mi 4.8
Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School Miami 0.0 mi 4.2
Tiger Knowledge Online (TKO) Globe 2.6 mi
Globe High School Globe 3.2 mi 6.4
Liberty High School Globe 3.4 mi 6.2
Copper Rim Elementary School Globe 3.6 mi 5.0
Destiny School Globe 4.1 mi 8.4
CVIT - Central Campus EAC Gila Pueblo Superior 4.9 mi
High Desert Middle School Globe 5.4 mi 4.1
John F Kennedy School Superior 18.4 mi 4.1
CVIT - Superior High School Superior 18.5 mi
Superior Junior/Senior High School Superior 18.5 mi 5.6
Ray JR/SR High School Kearny 24.3 mi 6.4
Biyaagozhoo Center Globe 20.7 mi
Ray Elementary School Kearny 24.5 mi 3.9
San Carlos Alternative High School San Carlos 22.1 mi
San Carlos High School San Carlos 22.1 mi 7.4
San Carlos Middle School San Carlos 22.2 mi 5.0
Rice Elementary School San Carlos 22.3 mi 7.1
ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL San Carlos 22.3 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,733

Median Home Value

$107,200

Median Rent

$976/mo

Population

3,066

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

75.9%

Poverty Rate

25.2%

Median Age

40.5

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Ray Elementary School Kearny, AZ 3.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lee Kornegay Intermediate School

What grades does Lee Kornegay Intermediate School serve?

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School serves students in grades 3rd through 6th.

How many students attend Lee Kornegay Intermediate School?

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lee Kornegay Intermediate School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lee Kornegay Intermediate School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lee Kornegay Intermediate School rank in AZ?

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School ranks #1,860 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Lee Kornegay Intermediate School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lee Kornegay Intermediate School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Lee Kornegay Intermediate School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lee Kornegay Intermediate School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lee Kornegay Intermediate School a charter school?

No, Lee Kornegay Intermediate School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lee Kornegay Intermediate School a Title I school?

No, Lee Kornegay Intermediate School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 6th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Gila County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.3%

District

Miami Unified District (4211)
District Enrollment
927
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,176
District Rank
#3 of 3

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