Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood's student population of 240 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Rankings
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood 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 American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is 0.60, 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
#1323 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
40%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
49%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.4%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 09/26/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood's ranking?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is ranked #1323 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood often compared to?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwoodis often viewed alongside schools like American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde, Oak Creek Elementary School, Desert Star Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood?
The graduation rate of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood?
240 students attend American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood offer ?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood part of?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is part of Edkey Inc. DBA American Heritage Academy (6365) School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have had the great pleasure of attending this excellent school. They are very student oriented and are unwavering in there excellent support of each student and there educational needs. I highly recommend your student attending this excellent school.
The BEST of Hope
Sincerely,
Abigail Jensen
Former Student
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