Below Average
#1722 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Pat Tillman Middle School
Elementary School · Balsz Elementary District (4268)
4309 E Belleview Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,722 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#342 of 422
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Balsz Elementary District (4268)
School environment
7.5 / 10
Very Good
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About Pat Tillman Middle School
Pat Tillman Middle School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Balsz Elementary District (4268). Pat Tillman Middle School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pat Tillman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,722 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Pat Tillman Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
69% of students at Pat Tillman Middle 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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Pat Tillman Middle School — Students at Pat Tillman Middle School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
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: 3.4/10.
How Pat Tillman Middle School Compares
See how Pat Tillman Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4309 E Belleview Street, Phoenix, AZ 85008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pat Tillman Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tavan Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is David Crockett Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Griffith Elementary School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Brunson-Lee Elementary School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Balsz Online Academy (B.O.A.) Phoenix | 0.7 mi | — |
| The Excel Center - Papago Phoenix | 0.8 mi | — |
| Gateway Early College High School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| David Crockett Elementary School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Papago School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Gateway School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Great Hearts Online - Arizona Phoenix | 1.2 mi | — |
| Ombudsman - Charter East II Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Ombudsman - Charter East Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Orangedale Early Learning Center Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| NEW WAY ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| ST THERESA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| VALIANT COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Wilson Primary School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Tavan Elementary School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
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
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| Desert Sunset Elementary School Buckeye, AZ | 4.3 |
| OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL SCHOOL Tempe, AZ | 4.3 |
| ST JOHN XXIII CATHOLIC SCHOOL COMMUNITY Scottsdale, AZ | 4.3 |
| Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise, AZ | 4.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pat Tillman Middle School
What grades does Pat Tillman Middle School serve?
Pat Tillman Middle School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Pat Tillman Middle School?
Pat Tillman Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pat Tillman Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pat Tillman Middle School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pat Tillman Middle School rank in AZ?
Pat Tillman Middle School ranks #1,722 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Pat Tillman Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pat Tillman Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Pat Tillman Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pat Tillman Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pat Tillman Middle School a charter school?
No, Pat Tillman Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pat Tillman Middle School a Title I school?
No, Pat Tillman Middle 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
- 636
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.2%
- Phone
- (602) 629-6500
Resources & Links
District
Balsz Elementary District (4268)- District Enrollment
- 2,092
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,133
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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