Serving 524 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Alta E Butler 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 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 524 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alta E Butler School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Alta E Butler School's student population of 524 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Alta E Butler School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alta E Butler School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1792 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
92%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alta E Butler School's ranking?
Alta E Butler School is ranked #1792 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Alta E Butler School often compared to?
Alta E Butler Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pueblo Del Sol Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Alta E Butler School?
524 students attend Alta E Butler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Alta E Butler School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alta E Butler School?
Alta E Butler School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alta E Butler School offer ?
Alta E Butler School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alta E Butler School part of?
Alta E Butler School is part of Isaac Elementary District (4259) School District.
In what neighborhood is Alta E Butler School located?
Alta E Butler School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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