Skip to main content

Average

#1419 of 2,006 schools in AZ

W F Killip Elementary School

Elementary School · Flagstaff Unified District (4192)

2300 E 6TH AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Enrollment

392

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,419 of 2,006

In Flagstaff

#22 of 25

public schools

In district

#12 of 15

Flagstaff Unified District (4192)

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around W F Killip Elementary School?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

W F Killip Elementary School

5.2/10

Elementary School in Flagstaff · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pine Forest School

7.5/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Mount Elden Middle School

5.2/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About W F Killip Elementary School

W F Killip Elementary School is a public elementary school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Flagstaff Unified District (4192). W F Killip Elementary School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. W F Killip Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,419 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for W F Killip Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

47% of students at W F Killip 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 Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.69 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.8Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency20% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile19th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,945
Chronic Absenteeism47.4%

W F Killip Elementary School — Students at W F Killip Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (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
48%
ELA
58%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
28%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
22%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How W F Killip Elementary School Compares

See how W F Killip Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
47.4%

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

2300 E 6TH AVE, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering W F Killip Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charles W Sechrist Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Haven Montessori Charter School (rated 8.4/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pine Forest School (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Pine Forest School Flagstaff 0.4 mi 7.5
Mount Elden Middle School Flagstaff 0.5 mi 5.2
Coconino High School Flagstaff 0.5 mi 6.3
Weitzel's Puente de Hozho Bilingual Magnet School Flagstaff 0.6 mi 6.1
FLAGSTAFF CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flagstaff 0.8 mi 5.4
Ponderosa High School Flagstaff 0.7 mi 6.7
CCASD Online Instruction Flagstaff 0.7 mi
Northland Preparatory Academy Flagstaff 1.0 mi 7.3
John Q Thomas Elementary School Flagstaff 1.0 mi 5.6
BASIS Flagstaff Flagstaff 1.1 mi 8.2
Montessori Charter School of Flagstaff - Campus Flagstaff 1.2 mi 6.0
Sinagua Middle School Flagstaff 1.3 mi 4.4
Thomas M Knoles Elementary School Flagstaff 1.5 mi 5.3
Flagstaff Junior Academy Flagstaff 1.7 mi 6.5
Summit High School Flagstaff 2.0 mi 6.6
Northern Arizona Distance Learning Flagstaff 2.0 mi
Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff 2.1 mi 6.9
Flagstaff High School Flagstaff 2.1 mi 6.8
Charles W Sechrist Elementary School Flagstaff 2.3 mi 8.5
Haven Montessori Charter School Flagstaff 2.6 mi 8.4

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

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Challenger Elementary School Nogales, AZ 5.2
Gary A. Knox Elementary School Yuma, AZ 5.2
Harris Elementary School Mesa, AZ 5.2
Lake Valley Elementary School Prescott Valley, AZ 5.2
Moya Elementary Phoenix, AZ 5.2
Roosevelt School Yuma, AZ 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about W F Killip Elementary School

What grades does W F Killip Elementary School serve?

W F Killip Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend W F Killip Elementary School?

W F Killip Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at W F Killip Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at W F Killip Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does W F Killip Elementary School rank in AZ?

W F Killip Elementary School ranks #1,419 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is W F Killip Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

W F Killip Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 W F Killip Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, W F Killip Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is W F Killip Elementary School a charter school?

No, W F Killip Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is W F Killip Elementary School a Title I school?

No, W F Killip Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
81 Very Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
392
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Coconino County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
47.4%

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.