Serving 359 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mary Mcleod Bethune 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 14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower 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 98% 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: 359 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mary Mcleod Bethune School's student population of 359 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
359 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Mary Mcleod Bethune 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 Mary Mcleod Bethune School is 0.38, 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
#1649 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
77%
48%
Black
17%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Mary Mcleod Bethune School's ranking?
Mary Mcleod Bethune School is ranked #1649 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune School?
359 students attend Mary Mcleod Bethune School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Mary Mcleod Bethune School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary Mcleod Bethune School?
Mary Mcleod Bethune School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary Mcleod Bethune School offer ?
Mary Mcleod Bethune School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary Mcleod Bethune School part of?
Mary Mcleod Bethune School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary Mcleod Bethune School located?
Mary Mcleod Bethune School is located in the Central City South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Central City South.
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