Skip to main content

Average

#1321 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Maxine O Bush Elementary School

Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

602 E SIESTA DR, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,321 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#252 of 422

public schools

In district

#6 of 18

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

School environment

9.0 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Maxine O Bush Elementary School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Maxine O Bush Elementary School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

South Pointe High School

4.4/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

South Pointe Junior High School

5.3/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Maxine O Bush Elementary School

Maxine O Bush Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Maxine O Bush Elementary School serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Maxine O Bush Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,321 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Maxine O Bush Elementary School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

49% of students at Maxine O Bush 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 Progress5.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment9.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,789
Chronic Absenteeism48.7%

Maxine O Bush Elementary School — Students at Maxine O Bush Elementary School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 31.8% (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
34%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
38%
ELA
60%
2011
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
61%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
19%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2019
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2020*
Math
2%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
2%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
6%
ELA
17%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Maxine O Bush Elementary School Compares

See how Maxine O Bush Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
9.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
48.7%

Location

602 E SIESTA DR, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maxine O Bush Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Math and Science South Mountain (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View School (rated 5.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
South Pointe High School Phoenix 0.4 mi 4.4
South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.3
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Quest High School Phoenix 0.6 mi 4.7
NFL YET College Prep Academy Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.5
Champion Schools Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.3
OUR LADY OF SORROW ACADEMY Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.7
Valley View School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.5
Southwest Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.5
C O Greenfield School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.1
John F Kennedy Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.6
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.7
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.4
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.0
V H Lassen Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.4
Academy of Math and Science South Mountain Tucson 1.5 mi 7.1
South Mountain Preparatory Academy Phoenix 1.8 mi 7.1
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary Tempe 2.0 mi 4.5
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate Tempe 2.1 mi 4.2
AAEC - SMCC Campus Phoenix 1.9 mi 6.4
South Mountain High School Phoenix 2.2 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,837

Median Home Value

$353,400

Median Rent

$1,495/mo

Population

45,575

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

34.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Huachuca City School Tombstone, AZ 5.5
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Gilbert Arts Academy Gilbert, AZ 5.5
Miles-Exploratory Learning Center Tucson, AZ 5.5
Myers-Ganoung Elementary School Tucson, AZ 5.5
San Marcos Elementary School Chandler, AZ 5.5
Soleng Tom Elementary School Tucson, AZ 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maxine O Bush Elementary School

What grades does Maxine O Bush Elementary School serve?

Maxine O Bush Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Maxine O Bush Elementary School?

Maxine O Bush Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maxine O Bush Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maxine O Bush Elementary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maxine O Bush Elementary School rank in AZ?

Maxine O Bush Elementary School ranks #1,321 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Maxine O Bush Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maxine O Bush Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Maxine O Bush Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maxine O Bush Elementary School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maxine O Bush Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Maxine O Bush Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maxine O Bush Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
48.7%

District

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
District Enrollment
7,274
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,789
District Rank
#6 of 18

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.