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Roadrunner Elementary School

Elementary School · Washington Elementary School District (4260)

7702 N 39TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Enrollment

654

Student-Teacher

19.8:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,291 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#242 of 422

public schools

In district

#25 of 33

Washington Elementary School District (4260)

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Roadrunner Elementary School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Roadrunner Elementary School

Roadrunner Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Washington Elementary School District (4260). Roadrunner Elementary School serves approximately 654 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Roadrunner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,291 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Roadrunner Elementary School show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

48% of students at Roadrunner 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.9Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile33th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,008
Chronic Absenteeism47.9%

Roadrunner Elementary School — Students at Roadrunner Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 35.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.4% (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
44%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
70%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
49%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
29%
ELA
28%
2015
Math
31%
ELA
39%
2016
Math
35%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
30%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
13%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
13%
ELA
24%
2022
Math
19%
ELA
25%

* 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: 5.9/10.

How Roadrunner Elementary School Compares

See how Roadrunner Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
5.9/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

7702 N 39TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roadrunner Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science Glendale (rated 7.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix 0.3 mi 5.0
Ombudsman - Charter Metro Glendale 0.5 mi 3.4
Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix 0.6 mi 6.1
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School Phoenix 0.8 mi 4.1
CASA Academy Phoenix 0.7 mi 6.7
Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy Glendale 0.8 mi 4.6
Glendale Union Online Glendale 0.8 mi 5.0
GLENVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.7
West-MEC - Apollo High School Glendale 0.9 mi
Apollo High School Glendale 0.9 mi 6.9
Academy of Math and Science Glendale Tucson 1.0 mi 7.0
Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale 1.2 mi 6.8
Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix 1.2 mi 4.6
Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix 1.2 mi 9.0
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Phoenix 1.2 mi 4.9
Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix 1.3 mi 6.7
Catalina Ventura School Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.5
Horizon School Glendale 1.3 mi 5.1
Barcelona Elementary School Glendale 1.4 mi 4.4
ST LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL Glendale 1.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,665

Median Home Value

$288,300

Median Rent

$1,256/mo

Population

45,484

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34.8

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Clarendon School Phoenix, AZ 5.6
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La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) Tucson, AZ 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roadrunner Elementary School

What grades does Roadrunner Elementary School serve?

Roadrunner Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Roadrunner Elementary School?

Roadrunner Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 654 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roadrunner Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roadrunner Elementary School is 19.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roadrunner Elementary School rank in AZ?

Roadrunner Elementary School ranks #1,291 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Roadrunner Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roadrunner Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Roadrunner Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roadrunner Elementary School has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roadrunner Elementary School a charter school?

No, Roadrunner Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roadrunner Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Roadrunner Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
654
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.9%

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