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Below Average

#1711 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Wilson Primary School

Elementary School · Wilson Elementary District (4261)

415 N 30TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Enrollment

464

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.4

Grades

Pre-K – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,711 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#338 of 422

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

Wilson Elementary District (4261)

School environment

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Wilson Primary School

4.4/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.2/10

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4.5/10

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About Wilson Primary School

Wilson Primary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Wilson Elementary District (4261). Wilson Primary School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades Pre-K-3rd, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilson Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,711 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Wilson Primary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.0 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

66% of students at Wilson Primary 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 Progress2.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.45 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
Resources & Environment7.0Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,594
Chronic Absenteeism65.9%

Wilson Primary School — Students at Wilson Primary School score 17% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 36.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.7% (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
62%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
22%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2019
Math
27%
ELA
22%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
12%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
17%

* 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: 2.6/10.

How Wilson Primary School Compares

See how Wilson Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
15th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.0/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
65.9%

Location

415 N 30TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilson Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. David Crockett Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Thomas A Edison School (rated 6.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Phoenix Union-Wilson College Preparatory Phoenix 0.1 mi 8.2
Wilson Elementary School Phoenix 0.1 mi 4.5
VALIANT COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 0.1 mi 7.1
Robert L. Duffy High School Phoenix 0.7 mi 2.9
Gateway School Phoenix 0.8 mi 3.8
David Crockett Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 7.0
The Creighton Academy Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.2
Sonoran Science Academy - Phoenix Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.0
Gateway Early College High School Phoenix 1.2 mi 4.5
Papago School Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.0
Excelencia School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.3
Creighton Virtual Academy Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.8
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.6
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Phoenix 1.5 mi 7.5
Thomas A Edison School Phoenix 1.6 mi 6.6
Pat Tillman Middle School Phoenix 1.7 mi 4.3
William T Machan Elementary School Phoenix 2.0 mi 3.9
Career Success School - Sage Campus Phoenix 2.2 mi 3.3
Ombudsman - Charter East Phoenix 2.2 mi 4.8
Ombudsman - Charter East II Phoenix 2.3 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,369

Median Home Value

$323,600

Median Rent

$1,300/mo

Population

60,499

College Educated

24.2%

Homeownership

30.8%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

19.1%

Median Age

30.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilson Primary School

What grades does Wilson Primary School serve?

Wilson Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 3rd.

How many students attend Wilson Primary School?

Wilson Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilson Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilson Primary School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilson Primary School rank in AZ?

Wilson Primary School ranks #1,711 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Wilson Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilson Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Wilson Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilson Primary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wilson Primary School a charter school?

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

Is Wilson Primary School a Title I school?

No, Wilson Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
61 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
49 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 3rd
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
65.9%

District

Wilson Elementary District (4261)
District Enrollment
975
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,594
District Rank
#2 of 2

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