Below Average
#1812 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Cactus Wren Elementary School
Elementary School · Washington Elementary School District (4260)
9650 N 39TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,812 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#360 of 422
public schools
In district
#31 of 33
Washington Elementary School District (4260)
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Cactus Wren Elementary School
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Cactus Wren Elementary School
Cactus Wren Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Washington Elementary School District (4260). Cactus Wren Elementary School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Cactus Wren Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,812 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Cactus Wren Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 6.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Cactus Wren 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 Wren Elementary School — Students at Cactus Wren Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
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: 2.4/10.
How Cactus Wren Elementary School Compares
See how Cactus Wren 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
9650 N 39TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cactus Wren Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abraham Lincoln Traditional School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Tumbleweed Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arroyo Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Abraham Lincoln Traditional School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| ACCEL Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Intelli-School - Metro Center Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunset School Glendale | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Metro Glendale | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Cortez High School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| West-MEC - Cortez High School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | — |
| Arroyo Elementary School Glendale | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Alta Vista Elementary School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Tumbleweed Elementary School Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Horizon School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| CASA Academy Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| West-MEC - Moon Valley High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| Moon Valley High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Cholla Middle School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,665
Median Home Value
$288,300
Median Rent
$1,256/mo
Population
45,484
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
34.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cactus Wren Elementary School
What grades does Cactus Wren Elementary School serve?
Cactus Wren Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Cactus Wren Elementary School?
Cactus Wren Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cactus Wren Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cactus Wren Elementary School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cactus Wren Elementary School rank in AZ?
Cactus Wren Elementary School ranks #1,812 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cactus Wren Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cactus Wren Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Wren Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cactus Wren Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cactus Wren Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cactus Wren Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cactus Wren Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cactus Wren Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 411
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.4%
- Phone
- (602) 347-2100
Resources & Links
District
Washington Elementary School District (4260)- District Enrollment
- 18,766
- Schools in District
- 33
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,008
- District Rank
- #31 of 33
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