Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Irene Lopez 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 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Irene Lopez School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Irene Lopez School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
471 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Irene Lopez School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Irene Lopez School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1195 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
88%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
100%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Irene Lopez School's ranking?
Irene Lopez School is ranked #1195 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Irene Lopez School often compared to?
Irene Lopez Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cesar E Chavez Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Irene Lopez School?
471 students attend Irene Lopez School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Irene Lopez School students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Irene Lopez School offer ?
Irene Lopez School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Irene Lopez School part of?
Irene Lopez School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279) School District.
In what neighborhood is Irene Lopez School located?
Irene Lopez School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break
October 07, 2024 (Monday)
Spring Break
March 10, 2025 (Monday)
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