Serving 621 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jack Barnes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jack Barnes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jack Barnes Elementary School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Jack Barnes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jack Barnes Elementary School is 0.59, 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
#412 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
27%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
58%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jack Barnes Elementary School's ranking?
Jack Barnes Elementary School is ranked #412 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Jack Barnes Elementary School often compared to?
Jack Barnes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Jack Barnes Elementary School?
621 students attend Jack Barnes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Jack Barnes Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jack Barnes Elementary School?
Jack Barnes Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jack Barnes Elementary School offer ?
Jack Barnes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jack Barnes Elementary School part of?
Jack Barnes Elementary School is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245).
In what neighborhood is Jack Barnes Elementary School located?
Jack Barnes Elementary School is located in the Langley Gateway Estates neighborhood of Queen Creek, AZ.
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