Average
#1322 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Southwest Elementary School
Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
1111 W DOBBINS RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,322 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#253 of 422
public schools
In district
#7 of 18
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Southwest Elementary School
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About Southwest Elementary School
Southwest Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). Southwest Elementary School serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,322 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Southwest Elementary School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
44% of students at Southwest 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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Southwest Elementary School — Students at Southwest Elementary School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
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: 5.2/10.
How Southwest Elementary School Compares
See how Southwest Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1111 W DOBBINS RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwest Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Math and Science South Mountain (rated 7.1/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John R Davis School (rated 6.8/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Valley View School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Academy of Math and Science South Mountain Tucson | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| South Pointe High School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Maxine O Bush Elementary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Quest High School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| NFL YET College Prep Academy Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 5.5 |
| V H Lassen Elementary School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| Champion Schools Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Ignacio Conchos School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 4.3 |
| EAGLE College Prep Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 3.6 |
| John R Davis School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR LADY OF SORROW ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Sun Valley Academy Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| BASIS Phoenix South Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Sunland Elementary School Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| South Mountain Preparatory Academy Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate Tempe | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,555
Median Home Value
$310,100
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
63,881
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
33.1
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| Alta E Butler School Phoenix, AZ | 5.5 |
| Burke Basic School Mesa, AZ | 5.5 |
| Desert Valley Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 5.5 |
| Falcon Hill Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 5.5 |
| Granite Mountain Middle School Prescott, AZ | 5.5 |
| Kenilworth Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwest Elementary School
What grades does Southwest Elementary School serve?
Southwest Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Southwest Elementary School?
Southwest Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwest Elementary School is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Southwest Elementary School rank in AZ?
Southwest Elementary School ranks #1,322 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Southwest Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwest Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Southwest Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Southwest Elementary School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Southwest Elementary School a charter school?
No, Southwest Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Southwest Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Southwest 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
- 507
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.4%
- Phone
- (602) 232-4270
Resources & Links
District
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)- District Enrollment
- 7,274
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,789
- District Rank
- #7 of 18
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