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#948 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 47% in state
T G Barr School
Elementary School · Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
2041 E VINEYARD RD, Phoenix, AZ 85042
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#948 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#167 of 422
public schools
In district
#4 of 18
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About T G Barr School
T G Barr School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279). T G Barr School serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. T G Barr School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #948 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for T G Barr School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at T G Barr School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
36% of students at T G Barr 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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T G Barr School — Students at T G Barr 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: 6.8/10.
How T G Barr School Compares
See how T G Barr School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2041 E VINEYARD RD, Phoenix, AZ 85042
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering T G Barr School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Gervin Prep Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,837
Median Home Value
$353,400
Median Rent
$1,495/mo
Population
45,575
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about T G Barr School
What grades does T G Barr School serve?
T G Barr School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend T G Barr School?
T G Barr School has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at T G Barr School?
The student-teacher ratio at T G Barr School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does T G Barr School rank in AZ?
T G Barr School ranks #948 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is T G Barr School's MySchoolScout rating?
T G Barr School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 T G Barr School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, T G Barr School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is T G Barr School a charter school?
No, T G Barr School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is T G Barr School a Title I school?
No, T G Barr 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (602) 232-4950
Resources & Links
District
Roosevelt Elementary District (4279)- District Enrollment
- 7,274
- Schools in District
- 20
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,789
- District Rank
- #4 of 18
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