Arredondo Elementary School is a public elementary school in Tempe, Arizona, serving around 460 students in grades PK-5. The school is part of the Tempe School District, which is ranked 197 out of 288 districts in the state and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Arredondo Elementary has a diverse student population, with a higher percentage of Hispanic and Native American students compared to nearby schools. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by state assessments, is generally lower than the Tempe School District and Arizona averages across all grade levels. Additionally, Arredondo has a high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with 70% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's performance varies significantly across different student subgroups, with Asian and Native American students performing relatively better than other subgroups.
Arredondo's statewide ranking has been declining over the years, and its academic performance is inconsistent across grade levels. When compared to nearby schools in the Tempe School District, such as Curry Elementary School, Broadmor Elementary School, and Carminati School, Arredondo generally performs worse academically, with lower proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics. The school's high percentage of low-income students and diverse racial/ethnic composition may present unique challenges in supporting the academic needs of English Language Learners and students with special education needs.
Students at Arredondo Elementary School are 50% Hispanic, 20% White, 11% African American, 8% Two or more races, 7% American Indian, 2% Asian, 1% Pacific Islander.
In the 2022-23 school year, 460 students attended Arredondo Elementary School.
Tempe School District
Arredondo Elementary School ranks 539th of 904 Arizona elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.
Students who attend Arredondo Elementary School usually go on to attend:Middle : Connolly Middle SchoolHigh : Tempe High School