Kelly

Summary:

Kelly is a small public charter elementary school serving grades K-8 in Phoenix, Arizona, with just 25 students. The school is part of the Edkey Inc. - Sequoia School for the Deaf and Hard District, which is ranked 362 out of 540 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating.

Kelly's student population is notably diverse, with 24% White, 28% African American, 40% Hispanic, and 8% Native American students. However, the school's academic performance is significantly below state and district averages, with only 25% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics, compared to state averages of 41% and 36%, respectively. Kelly's performance is particularly concerning for certain student subgroups, ranking in the bottom 5% of Arizona elementary schools for female students, African American students, Hispanic students, and White students. The school also has had high dropout rates in recent years, ranging from 4.6% to 22.2%, which are much higher than nearby schools and the state average.

While the nearby schools, such as Lowell Elementary School, ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary, and Thomas A Edison School, also struggle academically, Kelly's performance is consistently worse across multiple metrics. The school's high spending per student, ranging from $33,464 to $54,496, does not appear to translate into improved academic outcomes, and the lack of progress over the past few years suggests the need for a comprehensive review of the school's educational strategies and support systems.


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Public, Charter, Alternative K-12

 1648 S 16th St
       Phoenix, AZ  85034-5340


(602) 712-0500

District: Edkey Inc. - Sequoia School for the Deaf and Hard

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $54,496 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  n/a Help
Number of students:  25

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
40.0%
African American:
28.0%
White:
24.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  52% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Kelly is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 30.38. (See more...)
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Compare Details Kelly is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2021 the calculated Average Standard Score was 8.23. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Kelly is diverse. Racial makeup is: Hispanic (40%), African American (28%), White (24%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 52% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Kelly is $54,496.
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Rank History for Kelly

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 20.65 980th 1226 20.1%
2023 30.38 815th 1245 34.5%
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Rank History for elementary school English Language Learner students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 39.48 505th 975 48.2%
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Rank History for elementary school Special Education students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 40.32 624th 1201 48.0%
2023 55.65 280th 820 65.9%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 9.27 1205th 1219 1.1%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 22.79 954th 1220 21.8%
2023 40.34 655th 1216 46.1%
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Rank History for elementary school African American students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 22.18 852nd 895 4.8%
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Rank History for elementary school Hispanic students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 10.66 1188th 1198 0.8%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 7.40 1120th 1161 3.5%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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Rank History for all middle school students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 8.23 825th 832 0.8%
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Rank History for middle school Special Education students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 28.10 644th 789 18.4%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 8.61 816th 820 0.5%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 9.62 807th 818 1.3%
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Rank History for middle school African American students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 22.73 507th 573 11.5%
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Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 11.18 801st 802 0.1%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Kelly

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 7.67 761st 780 2.4%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Kelly

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2018 7 8 0 17 0 0 1 0 33
2019 9 9 0 20 0 0 1 0 39
2020 7 8 0 17 1 0 1 0 34
2021 8 10 0 17 1 0 1 0 37
2022 7 9 0 13 1 0 1 0 31
2023 6 7 0 10 2 0 0 0 25

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Kelly

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2018 33 n/a n/a n/a
2019 39 n/a n/a n/a
2020 34 n/a n/a 52.9
2021 37 n/a n/a 51.4
2022 31 n/a n/a 51.6
2023 25 n/a n/a 52

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Kelly

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2018 33 n/a n/a n/a
2019 39 n/a n/a n/a
2020 34 n/a n/a 52.9
2021 37 n/a n/a 51.4
2022 31 n/a n/a 51.6
2023 25 n/a n/a 52

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Kelly

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YearPersonnel Expenditures from Federal FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from Federal FundsTotal Expenditures from Federal FundsPersonnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $326 (1.0%) $00 (0.0%) $652 (1.9%) $32,691 (97.7%) $447 (1.3%) $33,138 (99.0%) $33,464
2020 $680 (1.5%) n/a $1,360 (2.9%) $22,516 (48.3%) $23,398 (50.2%) $45,915 (98.5%) $46,595
2021 $3,410 (7.2%) $687 (1.4%) $7,508 (15.8%) $26,446 (55.5%) $17,084 (35.9%) $43,529 (91.4%) $47,626
2022 $5,871 (10.8%) $1,155 (2.1%) $12,896 (23.7%) $21,040 (38.6%) $26,430 (48.5%) $47,470 (87.1%) $54,496

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Kelly

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students3925
 35.9%
African American97
 22.2%
American Indian02
Asian00
Hispanic2010
 50%
Pacific Islander00
White96
 33.3%
Two or More Races10
 100%


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Students at Kelly are 40% Hispanic, 28% African American, 24% White, 8% American Indian.

In the 2022-23 school year, 25 students attended Kelly.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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