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#810 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 40% in state
Mt. Turnbull Elementary School
Elementary School · Fort Thomas Unified District (4221)
PO BOX 100, Bylas, AZ 85530
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#810 of 2,006
In district
#2 of 3
Fort Thomas Unified District (4221)
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Mt. Turnbull Elementary School
Mt. Turnbull Elementary School is a public elementary school in Bylas, AZ, part of Fort Thomas Unified District (4221). Mt.
Turnbull Elementary School serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Turnbull Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #810 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Turnbull Elementary School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Mt. Turnbull Elementary School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Mt. Turnbull Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Mt. Turnbull Elementary 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.
Score Breakdown
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Mt. Turnbull Elementary School — Students at Mt. Turnbull Elementary School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.9/10.
How Mt. Turnbull Elementary School Compares
See how Mt. Turnbull Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 100, Bylas, AZ 85530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Turnbull Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Discovery Plus Academy (rated 9.1/10, 20.7 miles away, in nearby Pima), which scores notably higher. Another option is Jack Daley Primary School (rated 9.1/10, 26.7 miles away, in nearby Thatcher), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thatcher Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 26.8 miles away, in nearby Thatcher), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bylas, see our Bylas schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 26.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APACHE BAPTIST ACADEMY Bylas | 3.3 mi | — |
| Mt. Turnbull Academy Fort Thomas | 3.4 mi | — |
| Fort Thomas Elementary School Fort Thomas | 10.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Fort Thomas High School Fort Thomas | 10.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Discovery Plus Academy Pima | 20.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Gila Valley Learning Center Pima | 21.8 mi | — |
| Pima Elementary School Pima | 21.8 mi | 5.3 |
| GIFT - Pima High School Thatcher | 21.9 mi | — |
| Pima High School Pima | 21.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Pima Junior High School Pima | 22.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Dan Hinton Accommodation School Pima | 22.2 mi | 7.4 |
| PERIDOT-OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peridot | 24.7 mi | 4.3 |
| San Carlos High School San Carlos | 24.9 mi | 7.4 |
| San Carlos Alternative High School San Carlos | 24.9 mi | — |
| ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL San Carlos | 26.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Rice Elementary School San Carlos | 26.6 mi | 7.1 |
| San Carlos Middle School San Carlos | 26.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Jack Daley Primary School Thatcher | 26.7 mi | 9.1 |
| Thatcher Elementary School Thatcher | 26.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Eagle Online Academy Thatcher | 26.9 mi | 3.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,670
Median Home Value
$36,700
Median Rent
$320/mo
Population
2,063
College Educated
2.1%
Homeownership
84.1%
Poverty Rate
36.4%
Median Age
29.1
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| Dunham Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.8 |
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| La Paloma Academy Marana Tucson, AZ | 6.8 |
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| Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix, AZ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Turnbull Elementary School
What grades does Mt. Turnbull Elementary School serve?
Mt. Turnbull Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Mt. Turnbull Elementary School?
Mt. Turnbull Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Turnbull Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Turnbull Elementary 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 Mt. Turnbull Elementary School rank in AZ?
Mt. Turnbull Elementary School ranks #810 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Mt. Turnbull Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Turnbull Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Mt. Turnbull Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Turnbull Elementary School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 10% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Mt. Turnbull Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mt. Turnbull Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Turnbull Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Turnbull Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Graham County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.7%
- Phone
- (928) 475-2020
Resources & Links
District
Fort Thomas Unified District (4221)- District Enrollment
- 624
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,223
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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