Serving 202 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Heritage - 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- 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 - Cottonwood's student population of 202 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
202 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
American Heritage - Cottonwood ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Heritage - Cottonwood is 0.48, 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
#1348 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
29%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
66%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Heritage - Cottonwood's ranking?
American Heritage - Cottonwood is ranked #1348 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are American Heritage - Cottonwood often compared to?
American Heritage - Cottonwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Star Community School, Oak Creek Elementary 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 35% 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 - Cottonwood?
The graduation rate of American Heritage - Cottonwood is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend American Heritage - Cottonwood?
202 students attend American Heritage - Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of American Heritage - Cottonwood students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does American Heritage - Cottonwood offer ?
American Heritage - Cottonwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is American Heritage - Cottonwood part of?
American Heritage - Cottonwood is part of Edkey Inc. DBA American Heritage Academy (6365) School District.
School Reviews
5 1/11/2007
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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