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Percy L Julian School

Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

2149 E CARVER DR, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Enrollment

249

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,356 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#261 of 422

public schools

In district

#9 of 18

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Percy L Julian School

5.4/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Percy L Julian School

Percy L Julian School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Percy L Julian School serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Percy L Julian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,356 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Percy L Julian School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

54% of students at Percy L Julian 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency8% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)29% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-18.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile10th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,789
Chronic Absenteeism54.2%

Percy L Julian School — Students at Percy L Julian School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 27.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
39%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
32%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
28%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
16%
2017
Math
18%
ELA
17%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
8%
ELA
12%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Percy L Julian School Compares

See how Percy L Julian School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.8/10
Average
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
17 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
54.2%

Location

2149 E CARVER DR, Phoenix, AZ 85040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Percy L Julian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Gervin Prep Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center Phoenix 0.2 mi 7.0
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy of Arizona Phoenix 0.3 mi 2.7
Kaizen Education Foundation dba South Pointe Elementary Scho Tempe 0.7 mi 5.4
T G Barr School Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.5
Hope College and Career Readiness Academy Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.5
Desert Marigold School Phoenix 1.1 mi 7.0
George Gervin Prep Academy Tempe 1.1 mi 7.8
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School Tempe 1.2 mi 7.1
Irene Lopez School Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.7
91ST PSALM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Phoenix 1.6 mi 7.9
AAEC - SMCC Campus Phoenix 1.6 mi 6.4
South Mountain High School Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.6
John F Kennedy Elementary School Phoenix 1.8 mi 3.6
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy Phoenix 1.9 mi 4.7
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix Phoenix 2.0 mi 5.0
C O Greenfield School Phoenix 1.9 mi 5.1
KELLY Mesa 2.2 mi
Children First Leadership Academy Mesa 2.2 mi 6.3
Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School Phoenix 2.2 mi 5.4
Cesar E Chavez Community School Phoenix 1.9 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,890

Median Home Value

$294,800

Median Rent

$1,193/mo

Population

33,325

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

47.6%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

23.1%

Median Age

30.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Percy L Julian School

What grades does Percy L Julian School serve?

Percy L Julian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Percy L Julian School?

Percy L Julian School has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Percy L Julian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Percy L Julian School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Percy L Julian School rank in AZ?

Percy L Julian School ranks #1,356 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Percy L Julian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Percy L Julian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Percy L Julian School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Percy L Julian School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Percy L Julian School a charter school?

No, Percy L Julian School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Percy L Julian School a Title I school?

No, Percy L Julian School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
249
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
54.2%

District

Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
District Enrollment
7,274
Schools in District
20
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,789
District Rank
#9 of 18

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