C J Jorgensen School

1701 W Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 271 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 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50% in AZ
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

C J Jorgensen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

School Overview

C J Jorgensen School's student population of 271 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#1654 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
17%
34%
10%
40%
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
93%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.13
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

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?
271 students attend C J Jorgensen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of C J Jorgensen School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C J Jorgensen School?
C J Jorgensen School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower 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?
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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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 271 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 17% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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