Very Good
#482 of 2,000 schools in AZ
Top 24% in state
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde
Elementary School · Edkey Inc. dba American Heritage Academy (6365)
2030 E CHERRY ST, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Enrollment
111
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
111
Score
7.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Cottonwood
#1 of 8
public schools
Arizona elementary schools
#351 of 1,216
In district
#1 of 2
Edkey Inc. dba American Heritage Academy (6365)
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is a charter school in Cottonwood, Arizona, serving kindergarten through eighth grade. With an enrollment of 111 students, the school focuses on providing a supportive educational environment. Although the student-teacher ratio is not reported, the small class sizes likely foster a nurturing atmosphere where students can receive individual attention.
The school's MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and academic score of 3.2 out of 10 indicate areas for improvement, particularly in math and ELA proficiency, with only 12% and 27% of students respectively meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. The town of Cottonwood, where the school is located, has a median household income of $51,637 and a median home value of $277,900. About 24% of the population holds a bachelor's degree or higher, and the poverty rate stands at 16.4%.
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is situated in a community that values education and offers a warm, tight-knit environment for students to grow and develop.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 111 students, American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
Score Breakdown
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American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde — Students at American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
0.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde Compares
See how American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 12% (2019) to 12% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 22% (2019) to 27% (2022).
Location
2030 E CHERRY ST, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beaver Creek School (rated 7.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Rimrock), with a very similar rating. Another option is Desert Star Community School (rated 7.3/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Cornville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oak Creek Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Cornville), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Cottonwood, see our Cottonwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,250
Median Home Value
$312,400
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
25,476
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
50.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde has a median household income of $58,250. It is an area where 25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $312,400, with a median rent of $1,102/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.8%. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sierra Vista, AZ | 7.3 |
| Desert Star Community School Cornville, AZ | 7.3 |
| Discovery Plus Academy Pima, AZ | 7.3 |
| PHOENIX HEBREW ACADEMY Phoenix, AZ | 7.3 |
| Mountain Oak Charter School Prescott, AZ | 7.4 |
| Jeddito School Keams Canyon, AZ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde
What grades does American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde serve?
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde?
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde has an enrollment of approximately 111 students.
How does American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde rank in AZ?
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is ranked #482 out of 2,000 schools in AZ.
What is American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde's MySchoolScout rating?
American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde has a composite rating of 7.3 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde has 10.5% math proficiency and 25.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde a charter school?
Yes, American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde a Title I school?
No, American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 111
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yavapai County
- Phone
- (928) 567-0462
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Edkey Inc. dba American Heritage Academy (6365)- District Enrollment
- 376
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,637
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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