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Below Average

#1779 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Webster Elementary School

Elementary School · Mesa Unified District (4235)

202 N SYCAMORE, Mesa, AZ 85201

Enrollment

581

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,779 of 2,006

In Mesa

#114 of 129

public schools

In district

#65 of 76

Mesa Unified District (4235)

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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4.1/10

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About Webster Elementary School

Webster Elementary School is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Mesa Unified District (4235). Webster Elementary School serves approximately 581 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,779 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Webster Elementary School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

46% of students at Webster 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 Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.7Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-19.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile18th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,121
Chronic Absenteeism46%

Webster Elementary School — Students at Webster Elementary School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (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
52%
ELA
66%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
20%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
23%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Webster Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in AZ
Academic
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
46.0%

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

202 N SYCAMORE, Mesa, AZ 85201

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Webster Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SLAM Arizona Inc. (rated 7.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Las Vegas), which scores notably higher. Another option is Concordia Charter School (rated 7.1/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Curry Elementary School (rated 6.3/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
EVIT - East Valley Institute of Technology Mesa 0.6 mi 9.1
Whittier Elementary School Mesa 0.8 mi 4.0
Adams Elementary School Mesa 1.2 mi 4.9
Emerson Elementary School Mesa 1.2 mi 5.4
TEMPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL LTD Mesa 1.2 mi 3.3
Guerrero Elementary School Mesa 1.3 mi 4.4
Carson Junior High School Mesa 1.2 mi 3.7
Roosevelt Elementary School Mesa 1.5 mi 3.7
Westwood High School Mesa 1.4 mi 6.2
Flora Thew Elementary School Tempe 1.4 mi 4.7
Concordia Charter School Mesa 1.5 mi 7.1
East Valley Academy Mesa 1.8 mi 3.6
Early Education Center Mesa 1.8 mi 4.6
Redbird Elementary School Mesa 2.0 mi 3.9
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa Phoenix 2.1 mi 5.8
AAEC Online Phoenix 2.1 mi 4.8
SLAM Arizona Inc. Las Vegas 1.8 mi 7.5
Connolly Middle School Tempe 1.9 mi 6.0
Valley Preparatory Academy Tempe 2.1 mi 4.7
Curry Elementary School Tempe 2.1 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,725

Median Home Value

$292,600

Median Rent

$1,349/mo

Population

52,484

College Educated

26.5%

Homeownership

39%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

15.5%

Median Age

32.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Webster Elementary School

What grades does Webster Elementary School serve?

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

How many students attend Webster Elementary School?

Webster Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 581 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Webster Elementary School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Webster Elementary School rank in AZ?

Webster Elementary School ranks #1,779 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Webster Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Webster Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Webster Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster Elementary School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Webster Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Webster Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
72 Very Walkable
Transit Score
56 Good Transit
Bike Score
89 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
581
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
46.0%

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