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 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤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:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
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
Total Students
271 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
C J Jorgensen 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 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
#1893 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤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
Eligible for Free Lunch
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
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C J Jorgensen School's ranking?
C J Jorgensen School is ranked #1893 out of 1,956 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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
What school district is C J Jorgensen School part of?
C J Jorgensen School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279) School District.
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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