Serving 420 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Clarendon 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 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 420 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarendon School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clarendon School's student population of 420 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Motto
Cougar Pride is nothing to hide!
School Rankings
Clarendon 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 Clarendon School is 0.51, 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
#1229 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
68%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
12%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Osborn Elementary District (4262)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarendon School's ranking?
Clarendon School is ranked #1229 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Clarendon School often compared to?
Clarendon Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Encanto School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Clarendon School?
420 students attend Clarendon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Clarendon School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarendon School?
Clarendon School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Clarendon School offer ?
Clarendon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clarendon School part of?
Clarendon School is part of Osborn Elementary District (4262).
In what neighborhood is Clarendon School located?
Clarendon School is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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