Average
#909 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 45% in state
O C Johnson School
Elementary School · Yuma Elementary District (4499)
1201 W 12TH ST, Yuma, AZ 85364
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
367
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#909 of 2,006
In Yuma
#12 of 40
public schools
In district
#9 of 19
Yuma Elementary District (4499)
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About O C Johnson School
O C Johnson School is a public elementary school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Elementary District (4499). O C Johnson School serves approximately 367 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. O C Johnson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #909 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for O C Johnson School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at O C Johnson 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
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O C Johnson School — Students at O C Johnson School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 6.8/10.
How O C Johnson School Compares
See how O C Johnson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1201 W 12TH ST, Yuma, AZ 85364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering O C Johnson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alice Byrne Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Pueblo Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Amerischools Academy North Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma | 0.7 mi | — |
| George Washington Carver Elementary School Yuma | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Yuma | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy Yuma | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| STEDY- Yuma HS Satellite Yuma | 1.0 mi | — |
| Yuma High School Yuma | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt School Yuma | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Fourth Avenue Junior High School Yuma | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Pecan Grove Elementary School Yuma | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Yuma Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yuma | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| R Pete Woodard Jr High School Yuma | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Harvest Preparatory Academy Yuma | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| STEDY- Central Campus Yuma | 1.3 mi | — |
| Centennial Middle School Yuma | 1.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Ronald Reagan Fundamental School Yuma | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Pueblo Elementary School Yuma | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Gila Vista Jr High School Yuma | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,497
Median Home Value
$204,300
Median Rent
$963/mo
Population
72,125
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
59.1%
Avg Commute
18.9 min
Poverty Rate
18.7%
Median Age
32.7
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|---|---|
| Boulder Creek Elementary Mesa, AZ | 6.6 |
| Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 Sierra Vista, AZ | 6.6 |
| Champion San Tan Scottsdale, AZ | 6.6 |
| Copper Creek Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.6 |
| Cottonwood Community School Cottonwood, AZ | 6.6 |
| Cradleboard School Whiteriver, AZ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about O C Johnson School
What grades does O C Johnson School serve?
O C Johnson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend O C Johnson School?
O C Johnson School has an enrollment of approximately 367 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at O C Johnson School?
The student-teacher ratio at O C Johnson School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does O C Johnson School rank in AZ?
O C Johnson School ranks #909 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is O C Johnson School's MySchoolScout rating?
O C Johnson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 O C Johnson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, O C Johnson School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is O C Johnson School a charter school?
No, O C Johnson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is O C Johnson School a Title I school?
No, O C Johnson School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 367
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yuma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.1%
- Phone
- (928) 502-7900
Resources & Links
District
Yuma Elementary District (4499)- District Enrollment
- 8,980
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,416
- District Rank
- #9 of 19
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