Serving 430 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Maie Bartlett Heard 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 7% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 430 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maie Bartlett Heard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Maie Bartlett Heard School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
430 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Maie Bartlett Heard 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 Maie Bartlett Heard 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
#1735 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
78%
49%
Black
12%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Phoenix Elementary District (4256)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maie Bartlett Heard School's ranking?
Maie Bartlett Heard School is ranked #1735 out of 1,921 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?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Maie Bartlett Heard School?
430 students attend Maie Bartlett Heard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Maie Bartlett Heard School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maie Bartlett Heard School?
Maie Bartlett Heard School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Maie Bartlett Heard School offer ?
Maie Bartlett Heard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Maie Bartlett Heard School part of?
Maie Bartlett Heard School is part of Phoenix Elementary District (4256).
In what neighborhood is Maie Bartlett Heard School located?
Maie Bartlett Heard 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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