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Phil D. Swing Elementary
Elementary School · Brawley Elementary
245 West A St., Brawley, CA 92227
Enrollment
856
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
856
Student-Teacher
22.5:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,185 of 9,539
In Brawley
#5 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Brawley Elementary
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Phil D. Swing Elementary
Elementary School in Brawley · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Phil D. Swing Elementary
Phil D. Swing Elementary is a public elementary school in Brawley, CA, part of Brawley Elementary. Phil D.
Swing Elementary serves approximately 856 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 22.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Phil D. Swing Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #6,185 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Phil D. Swing Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Phil D. Swing Elementary runs 22.5:1 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.
42% of students at Phil D. Swing Elementary 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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Phil D. Swing Elementary — Students at Phil D. Swing Elementary score 29% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 38 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 5.8/10.
How Phil D. Swing Elementary Compares
See how Phil D. Swing Elementary 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
245 West A St., Brawley, CA 92227
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Phil D. Swing Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mulberry Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 8.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Myron D. Witter Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Westmorland Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Westmorland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brawley, see our Brawley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Desert Valley High (Continuation) Brawley | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Renaissance Brawley | 0.3 mi | — |
| BRAWLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brawley | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Brawley Christian Academy Brawley | 0.4 mi | — |
| Barbara Worth Junior High Brawley | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Brawley Union High Brawley | 0.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Myron D. Witter Elementary Brawley | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Brawley | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Miguel Hidalgo Elementary Brawley | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| J. W. Oakley Elementary Brawley | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Westmorland Elementary Westmorland | 5.5 mi | 6.2 |
| WESTMORLAND BASIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westmorland | 5.5 mi | 3.1 |
| Magnolia Union Elementary Brawley | 7.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Vanguard Academy of Imperial Valley Imperial | 9.0 mi | — |
| Frank M. Wright Middle Imperial | 9.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Imperial Ave. Holbrook High Imperial | 9.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Imperial High Imperial | 9.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Mulberry Elementary Brawley | 8.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Bill E. Young Jr. Middle Calipatria | 9.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Calipatria High Calipatria | 9.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92227 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,593
Median Home Value
$272,200
Median Rent
$955/mo
Population
28,147
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
53.5%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
20.7%
Median Age
31.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Phil D. Swing Elementary
What grades does Phil D. Swing Elementary serve?
Phil D. Swing Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Phil D. Swing Elementary?
Phil D. Swing Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 856 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Phil D. Swing Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Phil D. Swing Elementary is 22.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Phil D. Swing Elementary rank in CA?
Phil D. Swing Elementary ranks #6,185 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Phil D. Swing Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Phil D. Swing Elementary 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 Phil D. Swing Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Phil D. Swing Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Phil D. Swing Elementary a charter school?
No, Phil D. Swing Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Phil D. Swing Elementary a Title I school?
No, Phil D. Swing Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Phil D. Swing Elementary?
86.3% of students at Phil D. Swing Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 856
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Imperial County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.3%
- Phone
- (760) 344-3350
Resources & Links
District
Brawley Elementary- District Enrollment
- 3,901
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,335
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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