Serving 421 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Cottonwood Community 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 13% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cottonwood Community School's student population of 421 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Cottonwood Community School 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 Cottonwood Community School is 0.52, 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
#1624 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
61%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
34%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cottonwood Community School's ranking?
Cottonwood Community School is ranked #1624 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cottonwood Community School?
421 students attend Cottonwood Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Cottonwood Community School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cottonwood Community School?
Cottonwood Community School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cottonwood Community School offer ?
Cottonwood Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cottonwood Community School part of?
Cottonwood Community School is part of Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487) School District.
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