Serving 512 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, James B Rolle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 512 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James B Rolle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
James B Rolle School's student population of 512 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
512 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James B Rolle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of James B Rolle School is 0.42, 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
#825 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
72%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
25%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is James B Rolle School's ranking?
James B Rolle School is ranked #825 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are James B Rolle School often compared to?
James B Rolle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C W Mcgraw Elementary School, Gary A. Knox Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend James B Rolle School?
512 students attend James B Rolle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of James B Rolle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James B Rolle School?
James B Rolle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does James B Rolle School offer ?
James B Rolle School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is James B Rolle School part of?
James B Rolle School is part of Yuma Elementary District (4499) School District.
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