Serving 531 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bernard Black Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 531 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bernard Black Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Bernard Black Elementary School's student population of 531 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 112% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bernard Black Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bernard Black Elementary School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1548 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
65%
47%
Black
24%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bernard Black Elementary School's ranking?
Bernard Black Elementary School is ranked #1548 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Bernard Black Elementary School often compared to?
Bernard Black Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C J Jorgensen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Bernard Black Elementary School?
531 students attend Bernard Black Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bernard Black Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bernard Black Elementary School?
Bernard Black Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bernard Black Elementary School offer ?
Bernard Black Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bernard Black Elementary School part of?
Bernard Black Elementary School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279) School District.
School Calendar
View the Bernard Black Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
School Reviews
1 2/11/2020
This school Removed ass gets better teacher.
5 4/16/2018
I think is a good school but need more teachers so they have small groups of students
3 4/16/2018
Great use of technology
5 7/16/2014
I would love to see a head start program for 4 yrs old kids is it possible.
5 7/27/2012
They are working hard to turn this school around. The teachers and office staff are welcoming and encouraging .
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