Serving 506 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank Elementary 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 9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 506 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frank Elementary School's student population of 506 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
506 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1920
School Calendar
School Rankings
Frank Elementary 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 Frank Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#1758 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
23%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
63%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panthers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank Elementary School's ranking?
Frank Elementary School is ranked #1758 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Frank Elementary School?
506 students attend Frank Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Frank Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank Elementary School?
Frank Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frank Elementary School offer ?
Frank Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frank Elementary School part of?
Frank Elementary School is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Frank Elementary School located?
Frank Elementary School is located in the East Guadalupe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ.
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