Serving 813 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Tomahawk 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 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 813 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomahawk School's student population of 813 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
813 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Tomahawk School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tomahawk School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1516 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
93%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tomahawk School's ranking?
Tomahawk School is ranked #1516 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Tomahawk School often compared to?
Tomahawk Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Camelview Elementary School, Whittier 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 32% AZ state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tomahawk School?
813 students attend Tomahawk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Tomahawk School students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tomahawk School?
Tomahawk School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tomahawk School offer ?
Tomahawk School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Tomahawk School part of?
Tomahawk School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282) School District.
In what neighborhood is Tomahawk School located?
Tomahawk School is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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Last Day of School
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
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