Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rover Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rover Elementary School serves the southeast part of Tempe, AZ, covering an area of approximately one square mile. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 0.6 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 0.9 miles to the furthest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rover Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Rover Elementary School's student population of 382 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rover Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rover Elementary School is 0.70, which is more 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
#292 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
39%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rover Elementary School's ranking?
Rover Elementary School is ranked #292 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Rover Elementary School often compared to?
Rover Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Broadmor Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Rover Elementary School?
382 students attend Rover Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Rover Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rover Elementary School?
Rover Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Rover Elementary School offer ?
Rover Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rover Elementary School part of?
Rover Elementary School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Rover Elementary School located?
Rover Elementary School is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Very disappointing school. Children are permitted to swear in the classroom and are dangerously physically violent to other students. Very concerned and would recommend parents choose wisely if considering sending their child to this school.
5 10/10/2025
A good school, even now as a high school student from across the street it reminds me of the great teachers, classmates, and memories I made. My younger siblings now go here, and it's nice to know they're good students in a good atmosphere.
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