Serving 242 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, C J Jorgensen 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 17% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
C J Jorgensen School's student population of 242 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 45% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
C J Jorgensen School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C J Jorgensen School is 0.13, 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
#1654 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
93%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
2%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)67.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C J Jorgensen School's ranking?
C J Jorgensen School is ranked #1654 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are C J Jorgensen School often compared to?
C J Jorgensen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bernard Black Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend C J Jorgensen School?
242 students attend C J Jorgensen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of C J Jorgensen School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C J Jorgensen School?
C J Jorgensen School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does C J Jorgensen School offer ?
C J Jorgensen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is C J Jorgensen School part of?
C J Jorgensen School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279).
In what neighborhood is C J Jorgensen School located?
C J Jorgensen School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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