John Jacobs Elementary School

John Jacobs is home of the Jaguars and full of school spirit.

Students have access to a well kept playground at John Jacobs Elementary School.

John Jacobs Elementary School features a covered playground for those hot sunny days.

The courtyard at
John Jacobs Elementary School allows students and staff to enjoy fresh air.

John Jacobs Elementary School

Public Pre-K, Elementary School | Grade K-6

14421 N 23rd Ave, Phoenix, AZ

North Central Phoenix Neighborhood

Washington Elementary School District

5.0

4.3

439 Students

B-

Niche Grade

GreatSchools Rating

School Details

Head of School
Nick Gupton

Student Teacher Ratio
15:1

Math Proficiency
32%

Reading Proficiency
26%

B-

Academics

B-

Teachers

Source: Niche

Niche Grade Details

Academics

Reading Proficiency

26%

Math Proficiency

32%

Teachers

Student Teacher Ratio 15:1 Teachers 29	Full Time Teachers 29
Teachers in First or Second Year 38.8%

Test Scores

Equity

Source: GreatSchools

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male 54.2%	Female 45.8%
Economically disadvantaged 70.4%	Male 54.2%
Hispanic 53.1%	Female 45.8%
White 27.8%	Limited English proficient 25.1%
Black 9.8%	Two or more races 5%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

5.0 Parent

9/27/2024

I've been at JJ for 12 years! Most of the staff have been here for that time! I love this School! The staff makes it the best! The only thing I'd like to see change would be more parent involvement. I highly recommend this school! It has a great "small feel" to it.

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5.0 teacher

4/26/2026

I have proudly taught at John Jacobs Elementary since 2017, when I first moved into the neighborhood. Over the years, I’ve watched our “tiny but mighty” school grow into an A+ School of Excellence—a reflection of the incredible partnership between our students, staff, families, and community.In a ci...

5.0 parent

10/15/2024

I was hesitant about the school simply because I wanted my child to go elsewhere. We decided to give it a go and are very happy we did. It’s a small school which makes for small classroom sizes which I love. Compared to bigger schools a struggling student can get lost in the crowds of children but h...

5.0 parent

9/27/2024

I’ve been at this School for 12 years now! Most of the Staff has been here during that time! I would highly recommend JJ, it has an awesome small community feel! I am beyond happy to be part of this school.

5.0 parent

2/23/2021

Teachers are excellent. School is well maintained and managed by Principal. Also well managed during Pandemic.

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Arizona Maricopa County Phoenix 85023 North Central Phoenix

John Jacobs Elementary School is a public school for students in grades K-6 in Phoenix, AZ and is served by the Washington Elementary School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 439 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 32% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 26% are proficient in reading. John Jacobs Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $419,281. Discover additional schools in the area, like Thunderbird High School, West-Mec - Thunderbird High School, Greenway High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near John Jacobs Elementary School.

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