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Very Good

#534 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 27% in state

Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School

Elementary School · Flagstaff Unified District (4192)

7150 SILVER SADDLE RD, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#534 of 2,006

In Flagstaff

#7 of 25

public schools

In district

#3 of 15

Flagstaff Unified District (4192)

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School

7.5/10

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

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About Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School

Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192). Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #534 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.5 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

37% of students at Sturgeon Cromer 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.84 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,945
Chronic Absenteeism37%

Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School — Students at Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 54.6% (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
58%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
44%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
50%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
54%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
45%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.5/10
73th percentile in AZ
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.0%

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

7150 SILVER SADDLE RD, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles W Sechrist Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 8.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Pine Forest School (rated 7.5/10, 6.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Eva Marshall Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 8.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.5 mi
School Distance Rating
NORTHLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flagstaff 2.2 mi 6.0
Summit High School Flagstaff 4.6 mi 6.6
Northern Arizona Distance Learning Flagstaff 4.6 mi
John Q Thomas Elementary School Flagstaff 5.6 mi 5.6
Ponderosa High School Flagstaff 6.2 mi 6.7
CCASD Online Instruction Flagstaff 6.2 mi
FLAGSTAFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flagstaff 6.0 mi 5.4
Weitzel's Puente de Hozho Bilingual Magnet School Flagstaff 6.2 mi 6.1
Mount Elden Middle School Flagstaff 6.2 mi 5.2
Pine Forest School Flagstaff 6.3 mi 7.5
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School Flagstaff 6.8 mi 5.3
Northland Preparatory Academy Flagstaff 6.7 mi 7.3
Sinagua Middle School Flagstaff 6.8 mi 4.4
W F Killip Elementary School Flagstaff 6.6 mi 5.2
Coconino High School Flagstaff 6.8 mi 6.3
BASIS Flagstaff Flagstaff 7.6 mi 8.2
Montessori Charter School of Flagstaff - Campus Flagstaff 7.8 mi 6.0
Flagstaff Junior Academy Flagstaff 8.0 mi 6.5
Charles W Sechrist Elementary School Flagstaff 8.1 mi 8.5
Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff 8.5 mi 6.9

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 Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School

What grades does Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School?

Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School rank in AZ?

Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School ranks #534 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sturgeon Cromer Elementary 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 Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.0%

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