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#518 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 26% in state

Pine Forest School

Elementary School · Pine Forest Education Association Inc. (4201)

2257 E CEDAR AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Charter

Enrollment

224

Score

7.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#518 of 2,006

In Flagstaff

#6 of 25

public schools

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Pine Forest School

7.5/10

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

Mount Elden Middle School

5.2/10

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6.1/10

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About Pine Forest School

Pine Forest School is a public elementary school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Pine Forest Education Association Inc. (4201). Pine Forest School serves approximately 224 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Pine Forest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #518 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Pine Forest School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Pine Forest School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

38% of students at Pine Forest 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 Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+13.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile73th
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$11,088
Chronic Absenteeism38.4%

Pine Forest School — Students at Pine Forest School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.9% (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
52%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
52%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Pine Forest School Compares

See how Pine Forest School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.5/10
74th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average

Location

2257 E CEDAR AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pine Forest School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles W Sechrist Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Haven Montessori Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Eva Marshall Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Mount Elden Middle School Flagstaff 0.1 mi 5.2
Weitzel's Puente de Hozho Bilingual Magnet School Flagstaff 0.2 mi 6.1
FLAGSTAFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flagstaff 0.4 mi 5.4
W F Killip Elementary School Flagstaff 0.4 mi 5.2
Coconino High School Flagstaff 0.5 mi 6.3
Ponderosa High School Flagstaff 0.8 mi 6.7
CCASD Online Instruction Flagstaff 0.8 mi
John Q Thomas Elementary School Flagstaff 0.8 mi 5.6
Northland Preparatory Academy Flagstaff 1.3 mi 7.3
BASIS Flagstaff Flagstaff 1.3 mi 8.2
Montessori Charter School of Flagstaff - Campus Flagstaff 1.5 mi 6.0
Sinagua Middle School Flagstaff 1.6 mi 4.4
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School Flagstaff 1.9 mi 5.3
Summit High School Flagstaff 1.8 mi 6.6
Northern Arizona Distance Learning Flagstaff 1.8 mi
Flagstaff Junior Academy Flagstaff 1.8 mi 6.5
Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff 2.2 mi 6.9
Flagstaff High School Flagstaff 2.3 mi 6.8
Charles W Sechrist Elementary School Flagstaff 2.3 mi 8.5
Haven Montessori Charter School Flagstaff 2.9 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 86004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$77,486

Median Home Value

$464,100

Median Rent

$1,611/mo

Population

36,893

College Educated

44.3%

Homeownership

63.2%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pine Forest School

What grades does Pine Forest School serve?

Pine Forest School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Pine Forest School?

Pine Forest School has an enrollment of approximately 224 students.

How does Pine Forest School rank in AZ?

Pine Forest School ranks #518 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Pine Forest School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pine Forest School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Pine Forest School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pine Forest School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Pine Forest School a charter school?

Yes, Pine Forest School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Pine Forest School a Title I school?

No, Pine Forest School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
80 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
224
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.4%

District

Pine Forest Education Association Inc. (4201)
District Enrollment
224
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,088
District Rank
#1 of 1

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