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#982 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 49% in state

Silvestre S Herrera School

Elementary School · Phoenix Elementary District (4256)

1350 S 11TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Enrollment

475

Student-Teacher

14.8:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#982 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#175 of 422

public schools

In district

#8 of 14

Phoenix Elementary District (4256)

School environment

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.4/10

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About Silvestre S Herrera School

Silvestre S Herrera School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256). Silvestre S Herrera School serves approximately 475 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Silvestre S Herrera School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #982 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Silvestre S Herrera School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

62% of students at Silvestre S Herrera 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 Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)21% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-0.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,785
Chronic Absenteeism62.3%

Silvestre S Herrera School — Students at Silvestre S Herrera School score 21% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 29.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.1% (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
40%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
64%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
26%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
27%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
21%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
8%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
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: 6.0/10.

How Silvestre S Herrera School Compares

See how Silvestre S Herrera School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
51th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.3%

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

1350 S 11TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Silvestre S Herrera School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Augustus H. Shaw Montessori (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center (rated 7.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
KELLY Mesa 0.6 mi
Children First Leadership Academy Mesa 0.6 mi 6.3
Friendly House Academia Del Pueblo Elem Phoenix 0.8 mi 2.6
Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.7
ASU Preparatory Academy Pilgrim Rest STEM K-5 School Tempe 0.9 mi 5.2
Augustus H. Shaw Montessori Phoenix 1.0 mi 9.0
Lowell Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.8
ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary Phoenix 1.4 mi 7.0
ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School Phoenix 1.4 mi 7.9
ASU Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.7
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School Phoenix 1.5 mi 9.0
Vista College Preparatory - Hadley Phoenix 1.3 mi 2.4
Garfield School Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.7
Cesar E Chavez Community School Phoenix 1.7 mi 4.9
Paul Dunbar Lawrence School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.9
Thomas A Edison School Phoenix 1.8 mi 6.6
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Phoenix 2.0 mi 7.5
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School Tempe 2.1 mi 7.1
City View High School Phoenix 1.9 mi 5.5
Irene Lopez School Phoenix 2.1 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,545

Median Home Value

$397,400

Median Rent

$1,205/mo

Population

4,825

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

22.6%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

24.2%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Silvestre S Herrera School

What grades does Silvestre S Herrera School serve?

Silvestre S Herrera School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Silvestre S Herrera School?

Silvestre S Herrera School has an enrollment of approximately 475 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Silvestre S Herrera School?

The student-teacher ratio at Silvestre S Herrera School is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Silvestre S Herrera School rank in AZ?

Silvestre S Herrera School ranks #982 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Silvestre S Herrera School's MySchoolScout rating?

Silvestre S Herrera School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Silvestre S Herrera School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Silvestre S Herrera School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Silvestre S Herrera School a charter school?

No, Silvestre S Herrera School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Silvestre S Herrera School a Title I school?

No, Silvestre S Herrera School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
475
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.3%

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