Average
#1381 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School
Elementary School · Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
4005 E BUTLER AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,381 of 2,006
In Flagstaff
#20 of 25
public schools
In district
#10 of 15
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Thomas M Knoles Elementary School
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About Thomas M Knoles Elementary School
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192). Thomas M Knoles Elementary School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Thomas M Knoles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,381 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Thomas M Knoles Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
59% of students at Thomas M Knoles 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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Thomas M Knoles Elementary School — Students at Thomas M Knoles Elementary School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
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: 3.4/10.
How Thomas M Knoles Elementary School Compares
See how Thomas M Knoles 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
4005 E BUTLER AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Thomas M Knoles Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pine Forest School (rated 7.5/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eva Marshall Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Flagstaff Junior Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sinagua Middle School Flagstaff | 0.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Northland Preparatory Academy Flagstaff | 0.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Ponderosa High School Flagstaff | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| CCASD Online Instruction Flagstaff | 1.1 mi | — |
| W F Killip Elementary School Flagstaff | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| John Q Thomas Elementary School Flagstaff | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Pine Forest School Flagstaff | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Mount Elden Middle School Flagstaff | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Weitzel's Puente de Hozho Bilingual Magnet School Flagstaff | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Montessori Charter School of Flagstaff - Campus Flagstaff | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| FLAGSTAFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flagstaff | 2.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Coconino High School Flagstaff | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Summit High School Flagstaff | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Northern Arizona Distance Learning Flagstaff | 2.4 mi | — |
| BASIS Flagstaff Flagstaff | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Flagstaff Junior Academy Flagstaff | 2.9 mi | 6.5 |
| CAVIAT - CCC Central Campus Page | 3.0 mi | — |
| Lura Kinsey Elementary School Flagstaff | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Flagstaff High School Flagstaff | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff | 3.1 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 Thomas M Knoles Elementary School
What grades does Thomas M Knoles Elementary School serve?
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Thomas M Knoles Elementary School?
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Thomas M Knoles Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Thomas M Knoles Elementary School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Thomas M Knoles Elementary School rank in AZ?
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School ranks #1,381 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Thomas M Knoles Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Thomas M Knoles Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Thomas M Knoles Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Thomas M Knoles Elementary School a charter school?
No, Thomas M Knoles Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Thomas M Knoles Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Thomas M Knoles 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Coconino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.9%
- Phone
- (928) 773-4120
Resources & Links
District
Flagstaff Unified District (4192)- District Enrollment
- 8,820
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,945
- District Rank
- #10 of 15
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