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#1120 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Cartwright Early Childhood Center
School · Cartwright Elementary District (4282)
5480 W CAMPBELL AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85031
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Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,120 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#194 of 422
public schools
In district
#2 of 22
Cartwright Elementary District (4282)
School environment
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Cartwright Early Childhood Center
Cartwright Early Childhood Center is a public school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282). Cartwright Early Childhood Center serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Cartwright Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,120 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 4.7
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Cartwright Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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How Cartwright Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Cartwright Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
5480 W CAMPBELL AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85031
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cartwright Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Western School of Science and Technology (rated 6.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Liberty Traditional Charter School (rated 6.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, EAGLE College Prep Maryvale (rated 6.1/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85031 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,641
Median Home Value
$240,300
Median Rent
$1,503/mo
Population
30,681
College Educated
7.7%
Homeownership
64.8%
Avg Commute
31.3 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
30.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cartwright Early Childhood Center
What grades does Cartwright Early Childhood Center serve?
Cartwright Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Cartwright Early Childhood Center?
Cartwright Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cartwright Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Cartwright Early Childhood Center is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cartwright Early Childhood Center rank in AZ?
Cartwright Early Childhood Center ranks #1,120 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cartwright Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Cartwright Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Cartwright Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Cartwright Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cartwright Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Cartwright Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 691-5100
Resources & Links
District
Cartwright Elementary District (4282)- District Enrollment
- 13,720
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,949
- District Rank
- #2 of 22
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