V H Lassen Elementary School in Phoenix, AZ serves 283 students from prekindergarten through 8th grade with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1, which is higher than the state average ratio of approximately 15:1.
Math proficiency at V H Lassen Elementary fluctuated in recent years, with 69% proficiency in 2023 higher than the state average of 34%, but dropped sharply to 7% in 2022, indicating instability in math performance.
Reading proficiency is 24% as of 2022, which is lower than the state average of 40% and shows a decline from 60% in 2014, placing the school in the bottom 50% statewide for reading.
Science proficiency ranges between 10–14%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 24%.
Enrollment decreased from approximately 385 students in 2019 to 283 students in 2023, while minority enrollment remains high at 97%, reflecting a largely Hispanic student body in this South Mountain Village, Phoenix elementary school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: V H Lassen Elementary School serves the west part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an attendance zone of approximately 0.7 square miles. Most families are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 0.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
V H Lassen Elementary School's student population of 266 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
266 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
V H Lassen Elementary 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 V H Lassen Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#1641 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
84%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
76%
39%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is V H Lassen Elementary School's ranking?
V H Lassen Elementary School is ranked #1641 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are V H Lassen Elementary School often compared to?
V H Lassen Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View School, Sunland Elementary School, C J Jorgensen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend V H Lassen Elementary School?
266 students attend V H Lassen Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of V H Lassen Elementary School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of V H Lassen Elementary School?
V H Lassen Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does V H Lassen Elementary School offer ?
V H Lassen Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is V H Lassen Elementary School part of?
V H Lassen Elementary School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279).
In what neighborhood is V H Lassen Elementary School located?
V H Lassen Elementary School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
THIS SCHOOL NEEDS IMPROVE IN THERE EDUCATION. I REALLY PERFER TO SAY NOTHING THEN TO SAY NEGATIVES THINGS
5 10/10/2025
The school is amazing to everyone here they love it to.
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