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William C Jack School

Elementary School · Glendale Elementary District (4271)

6600 W MISSOURI AVE, Glendale, AZ 85301

Enrollment

827

Student-Teacher

23:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,273 of 2,006

In Glendale

#42 of 82

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

Glendale Elementary District (4271)

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William C Jack School

5.6/10

Elementary School in Glendale · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.4/10

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About William C Jack School

William C Jack School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Glendale Elementary District (4271). William C Jack School serves approximately 827 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 23:1 student-teacher ratio. William C Jack School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,273 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

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

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

William C Jack School runs 23:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

66% of students at William C Jack 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 Progress6.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)26% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile49th
Resources & Environment2.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,795
Chronic Absenteeism65.7%

William C Jack School — Students at William C Jack School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 40.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.1% (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
60%
ELA
57%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
58%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
54%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
28%
2016
Math
37%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
7.5%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
27%

* 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: 6.2/10.

How William C Jack School Compares

See how William C Jack School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
6.2/10
Average
Environment
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
23:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.7%

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

6600 W MISSOURI AVE, Glendale, AZ 85301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William C Jack School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Victory Collegiate Academy (rated 5.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. Another option is Desert Garden Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 1.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Academy of Math and Science Camelback (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Don Mensendick School Glendale 0.1 mi 4.4
Academy of Math and Science Camelback Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.6
Bicentennial South School Glendale 0.8 mi 3.4
Desert Sands Academy of Mass Communication & Journalism Phoenix 1.0 mi 3.8
Challenger Middle School Glendale 1.0 mi 5.4
Harold W Smith School Glendale 1.1 mi 4.7
Holiday Park School Phoenix 1.2 mi 3.5
Desert Garden Elementary School Glendale 1.4 mi 5.7
Westland School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.4
Heatherbrae School Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.8
West-MEC - Glendale High School Glendale 1.6 mi
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY - PHOENIX Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.3
Western School of Science and Technology Phoenix 1.6 mi 6.8
Glendale High School Glendale 1.6 mi 6.1
Camelback Academy Glendale 1.4 mi 4.6
West-MEC - Independence High School Glendale 1.6 mi
Independence High School Glendale 1.6 mi 6.9
Pioneer Preparatory - A Challenge Foundation Phoenix 1.8 mi 4.2
Victory Collegiate Academy Phoenix 1.9 mi 5.8
Cartwright Early Childhood Center Phoenix 1.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,422

Median Home Value

$218,100

Median Rent

$1,189/mo

Population

66,970

College Educated

11%

Homeownership

39.4%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

29%

Median Age

29.8

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Academy of Math and Science Camelback Phoenix, AZ 5.6
Academy of Math and Science Peoria Advanced Tucson, AZ 5.6
Granville Elementary School Prescott Valley, AZ 5.6
Imagine Coolidge Elementary Phoenix, AZ 5.6
La Paloma Academy (Lakeside) Tucson, AZ 5.6
Manzanita Elementary Kingman, AZ 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William C Jack School

What grades does William C Jack School serve?

William C Jack School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend William C Jack School?

William C Jack School has an enrollment of approximately 827 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William C Jack School?

The student-teacher ratio at William C Jack School is 23:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William C Jack School rank in AZ?

William C Jack School ranks #1,273 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is William C Jack School's MySchoolScout rating?

William C Jack School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 William C Jack School?

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

Is William C Jack School a charter school?

No, William C Jack School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is William C Jack School a Title I school?

No, William C Jack School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.7%

District

Glendale Elementary District (4271)
District Enrollment
8,858
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,795
District Rank
#4 of 14

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