Needs Improvement
#1908 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Carmichael Elementary School
Elementary School · Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)
701 N CARMICHAEL AVE, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,908 of 2,006
In Sierra Vista
#11 of 11
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)
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About Carmichael Elementary School
Carmichael Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sierra Vista, AZ, part of Sierra Vista Unified District (4175). Carmichael Elementary School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Carmichael Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,908 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Carmichael Elementary School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 6.2
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
63% of students at Carmichael 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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Carmichael Elementary School — Students at Carmichael Elementary School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
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: 2.1/10.
How Carmichael Elementary School Compares
See how Carmichael 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
701 N CARMICHAEL AVE, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Carmichael Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. General Myer Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colonel Smith Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Colonel Johnston Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sierra Vista, see our Sierra Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,822
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
34,958
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Carmichael Elementary School
What grades does Carmichael Elementary School serve?
Carmichael Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Carmichael Elementary School?
Carmichael Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Carmichael Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Carmichael Elementary School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Carmichael Elementary School rank in AZ?
Carmichael Elementary School ranks #1,908 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Carmichael Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Carmichael Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Carmichael Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Carmichael Elementary School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Carmichael Elementary School a charter school?
No, Carmichael Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Carmichael Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Carmichael 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
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cochise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.2%
- Phone
- (520) 515-2950
Resources & Links
District
Sierra Vista Unified District (4175)- District Enrollment
- 4,461
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,745
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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