Very Good
#419 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 21% in state
Rover Elementary School
Elementary School · Tempe School District (4258)
1300 E WATSON DR, Tempe, AZ 85283
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
352
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#419 of 2,006
In Tempe
#8 of 52
public schools
In district
#4 of 22
Tempe School District (4258)
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Rover Elementary School
Rover Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tempe, AZ, part of Tempe School District (4258). Rover Elementary School serves approximately 352 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Rover Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #419 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Rover Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.4
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Rover 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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Rover Elementary School — Students at Rover Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
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: 6.6/10.
How Rover Elementary School Compares
See how Rover Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1300 E WATSON DR, Tempe, AZ 85283
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rover Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Kyrene del Norte School (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Center for Educational Excellence (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fuller Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tempe, see our Tempe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fees College Preparatory Middle School Tempe | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Tempe Elementary Online Community Tempe | 0.2 mi | — |
| Marcos De Niza High School Tempe | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School-Tempe East Mesa | 0.5 mi | — |
| Pinnacle Online - WMCB Mesa | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| James Madison Preparatory School Tempe | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tempe | 0.6 mi | — |
| ACCEL EAST CAMPUS Tempe | 0.7 mi | 6.7 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN JR HIGH SCHOOL Tempe | 0.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Kyrene del Norte School Tempe | 0.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Arredondo Elementary School Tempe | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Kyrene de los Ninos School Tempe | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Aguilar School Tempe | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Fuller Elementary School Tempe | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| AUTISM ACADEMY FOR ED & DEVELOPMENT Tempe | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Center for Educational Excellence Tempe | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Carminati School Tempe | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School Tempe | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| DAYSPRING PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tempe | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tempe Preparatory Academy Tempe | 1.6 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85283 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,073
Median Home Value
$409,800
Median Rent
$1,669/mo
Population
46,789
College Educated
44.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rover Elementary School
What grades does Rover Elementary School serve?
Rover Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Rover Elementary School?
Rover Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 352 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rover Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rover Elementary School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rover Elementary School rank in AZ?
Rover Elementary School ranks #419 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Rover Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rover Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Rover Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rover Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rover Elementary School a charter school?
No, Rover Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rover Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Rover Elementary 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
- 352
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.6%
- Phone
- (480) 897-7122
Resources & Links
District
Tempe School District (4258)- District Enrollment
- 10,293
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,504
- District Rank
- #4 of 22
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