Below Average
#1802 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Papago School
Elementary School · Creighton Elementary District (4263)
2013 N 36TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
813
Student-Teacher
18.5:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,802 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#358 of 422
public schools
In district
#4 of 10
Creighton Elementary District (4263)
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Papago School
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About Papago School
Papago School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Creighton Elementary District (4263). Papago School serves approximately 813 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Papago School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,802 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Papago School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 4.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Papago 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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Papago School — Students at Papago School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
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: 2.9/10.
How Papago School Compares
See how Papago School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2013 N 36TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Papago School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. David Crockett Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 5.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix Phoenix | 0.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Gateway School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| Ombudsman - Charter East Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Ombudsman - Charter East II Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| David Crockett Elementary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Monte Vista Elementary School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Career Success School - Sage Campus Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Pat Tillman Middle School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 4.3 |
| The Creighton Academy Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Griffith Elementary School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| VALIANT COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Wilson Primary School Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Wilson Elementary School Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Gateway Early College High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 4.5 |
| CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Brunson-Lee Elementary School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Larry C Kennedy School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| The Excel Center - Papago Phoenix | 1.6 mi | — |
| ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,369
Median Home Value
$323,600
Median Rent
$1,300/mo
Population
60,499
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
30.8%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
19.1%
Median Age
30.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Echo Mountain Primary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
| Glenn F Burton School Glendale, AZ | 4.0 |
| J. O. Combs Middle School San Tan Valley, AZ | 4.0 |
| Magma Ranch K8 School Florence, AZ | 4.0 |
| Manuel Pena Jr. School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
| Cheatham Elementary School Laveen, AZ | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Papago School
What grades does Papago School serve?
Papago School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Papago School?
Papago School has an enrollment of approximately 813 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Papago School?
The student-teacher ratio at Papago School is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Papago School rank in AZ?
Papago School ranks #1,802 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Papago School's MySchoolScout rating?
Papago School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Papago School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Papago School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Papago School a charter school?
No, Papago School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Papago School a Title I school?
No, Papago School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 813
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.7%
- Phone
- (602) 381-6100
Resources & Links
District
Creighton Elementary District (4263)- District Enrollment
- 4,900
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,023
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
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