Below Average
#1734 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Pecan Grove Elementary School
Elementary School · Yuma Elementary District (4499)
600 S 21ST AVE, Yuma, AZ 85364
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
322
Student-Teacher
14:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,734 of 2,006
In Yuma
#33 of 40
public schools
In district
#17 of 19
Yuma Elementary District (4499)
School environment
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Pecan Grove Elementary School
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About Pecan Grove Elementary School
Pecan Grove Elementary School is a public elementary school in Yuma, AZ, part of Yuma Elementary District (4499). Pecan Grove Elementary School serves approximately 322 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Pecan Grove Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,734 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Pecan Grove Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.8
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Pecan Grove 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
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Pecan Grove Elementary School — Students at Pecan Grove Elementary School score 14% 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: 3.3/10.
How Pecan Grove Elementary School Compares
See how Pecan Grove Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
600 S 21ST AVE, Yuma, AZ 85364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Pecan Grove Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Desert View Academy (rated 7.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Gowan Science Academy (rated 7.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Yuma, see our Yuma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC SCHOOL Yuma | 0.2 mi | 5.3 |
| George Washington Carver Elementary School Yuma | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| O C Johnson School Yuma | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Yuma High School Yuma | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| STEDY- Yuma HS Satellite Yuma | 1.1 mi | — |
| Ronald Reagan Fundamental School Yuma | 1.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Roosevelt School Yuma | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Yuma District One Digital Learning Academy Yuma | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Fourth Avenue Junior High School Yuma | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Salida Del Sol Elementary Yuma | 1.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Amerischools Academy North Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Gowan Science Academy Yuma | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Alice Byrne Elementary School Yuma | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Centennial Middle School Yuma | 1.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Educational Opportunity Center Charter High School Yuma | 1.6 mi | 2.3 |
| Desert View Academy Yuma | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Pueblo Elementary School Yuma | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| YUMA ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Yuma | 1.8 mi | — |
| H L Suverkrup Elementary School Yuma | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Crane iLearning Academy Yuma | 1.7 mi | — |
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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|---|---|
| Booth-Fickett Math/Science Magnet School Tucson, AZ | 4.3 |
| Cambridge Academy East Mesa, AZ | 4.3 |
| Curiel School Eloy, AZ | 4.3 |
| Diamondback Elementary School Bullhead City, AZ | 4.3 |
| Ignacio Conchos School Phoenix, AZ | 4.3 |
| La Senita Elementary Kingman, AZ | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Pecan Grove Elementary School
What grades does Pecan Grove Elementary School serve?
Pecan Grove Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Pecan Grove Elementary School?
Pecan Grove Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 322 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Pecan Grove Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Pecan Grove Elementary School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Pecan Grove Elementary School rank in AZ?
Pecan Grove Elementary School ranks #1,734 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Pecan Grove Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Pecan Grove Elementary 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 Pecan Grove Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Pecan Grove Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Pecan Grove Elementary School a charter school?
No, Pecan Grove Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Pecan Grove Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Pecan Grove Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 322
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Yuma County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (928) 502-8051
Resources & Links
District
Yuma Elementary District (4499)- District Enrollment
- 8,980
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,416
- District Rank
- #17 of 19
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