BRET TARVER EDUCATION COMPLEX
Bret Tarver Education Complex is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Isaac Elementary District (4259) school district, located in Phoenix, AZ with about 137 students. With about 9 teachers, Bret Tarver Education Complex has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
The Bret Tarver Education Complex, located at 3101 W. McDowell Rd. in Phoenix, Arizona, serves as a specialized hub within the Isaac School District. Primarily focused on early childhood development, the facility functions as a dedicated preschool center designed to provide a foundational educational experience for the youngest members of the community. By emphasizing age-appropriate curriculum and school readiness, the complex aims to foster social, emotional, and cognitive growth in a structured and supportive environment.
Beyond its role in preschool education, the site is integrated into the broader Isaac School District infrastructure, which is known for its commitment to serving families in the Phoenix area. The complex acts as a vital resource for local parents, offering a stable and nurturing setting that prepares children for the transition into elementary school. Through its targeted programming and focus on early intervention, the Bret Tarver Education Complex plays a significant role in narrowing the achievement gap and building a strong academic trajectory for students long before they enter kindergarten.
For more information, contact Bret Tarver Education Complex at (602) 442-2900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2900
BRET TARVER EDUCATION COMPLEX is a public school in Phoenix, AZ with about 137 enrolled students. See other public pre-kindergarten schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Isaac Elementary District (4259)
- Total Students:
- 137
- Teachers:
- 9
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 137 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending BRET TARVER EDUCATION COMPLEX is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 93% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 92.7%
- Black or African American
- 2.9%
- White
- 2.2%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 46.0%
- Male
- 54.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.