Serving 718 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 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 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 718 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tomahawk School serves the northwest part of Phoenix, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families in this zone can typically reach the school within a 5-10 minute drive, with most living about 0.6 miles from the school and the farthest edge being 0.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tomahawk School's student population of 718 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
718 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tomahawk 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 Tomahawk School is 0.19, 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
#1245 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
90%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
2%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.8%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
7%
Showing 2008–2023. View full 20-year historical data
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 #1245 out of 1,921 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Tomahawk School?
718 students attend Tomahawk School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Tomahawk School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tomahawk School?
Tomahawk School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tomahawk School offer ?
Tomahawk School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Tomahawk School part of?
Tomahawk School is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282).
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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