Serving 256 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Percy L Julian 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 12% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Percy L Julian School's student population of 256 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Percy L Julian 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 Percy L Julian School is 0.43, 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
#1833 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
73%
49%
Black
21%
6%
White
1%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
91%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Percy L Julian School's ranking?
Percy L Julian School is ranked #1833 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Percy L Julian School often compared to?
Percy L Julian Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nevitt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Percy L Julian School?
256 students attend Percy L Julian School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Percy L Julian School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Percy L Julian School?
Percy L Julian School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Percy L Julian School offer ?
Percy L Julian School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Percy L Julian School part of?
Percy L Julian School is part of Roosevelt Elementary District (4279).
In what neighborhood is Percy L Julian School located?
Percy L Julian School is located in the East Broadway neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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