Average
#1157 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Cactus View Elementary School
Elementary School · Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
17602 N CENTRAL AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85022
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
528
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,157 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#202 of 422
public schools
In district
#31 of 44
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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Cactus View Elementary School
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About Cactus View Elementary School
Cactus View Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241). Cactus View Elementary School serves approximately 528 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cactus View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,157 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Cactus View Elementary School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 7.6
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
54% of students at Cactus View Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Cactus View Elementary School — Students at Cactus View Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.4/10.
How Cactus View Elementary School Compares
See how Cactus View Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
17602 N CENTRAL AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85022
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cactus View Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lookout Mountain School (rated 8.5/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hearn Academy The - A Ball Charter School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Kaleidoscope School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hearn Academy The - A Ball Charter School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Mountain Sky Middle School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Constitution Elementary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Lookout Mountain School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Intelli-School - Paradise Valley Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Kaleidoscope School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Vista Peak Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Esperanza Elementary School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Village Meadows Elementary School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Eagle Ridge Elementary School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| North Canyon High School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Echo Mountain Primary School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| Echo Mountain Intermediate School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| West-MEC - North Canyon High School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | — |
| Scholars Academy Sunnyslope Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 2.8 |
| Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Roadrunner School Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| West-MEC - Thunderbird High School Phoenix | 2.7 mi | — |
| Thunderbird High School Phoenix | 2.7 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85022 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,601
Median Home Value
$385,900
Median Rent
$1,517/mo
Population
52,488
College Educated
35.8%
Homeownership
51%
Avg Commute
25.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
37.9
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|---|---|
| Barbara B. Robey Elementary School Litchfield Park, AZ | 5.9 |
| Imagine Avondale Elementary Avondale, AZ | 5.9 |
| Irving Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 5.9 |
| Kyrene de la Esperanza School Phoenix, AZ | 5.9 |
| Sunnyslope Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 5.9 |
| Desert Valley School Bullhead City, AZ | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cactus View Elementary School
What grades does Cactus View Elementary School serve?
Cactus View Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Cactus View Elementary School?
Cactus View Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 528 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cactus View Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cactus View Elementary School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cactus View Elementary School rank in AZ?
Cactus View Elementary School ranks #1,157 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cactus View Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cactus View Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Cactus View Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cactus View Elementary School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cactus View Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cactus View Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cactus View Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cactus View Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 528
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.2%
- Phone
- (602) 449-2500
Resources & Links
District
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241)- District Enrollment
- 27,034
- Schools in District
- 45
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,848
- District Rank
- #31 of 44
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