Average
#1485 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Cordova Elementary School
Elementary School · Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
5631 N 35TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85017
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,485 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#287 of 422
public schools
In district
#7 of 16
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Cordova Elementary School
Cordova Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280). Cordova Elementary School serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cordova Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,485 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Cordova Elementary School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.2
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
61% of students at Cordova 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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Cordova Elementary School — Students at Cordova Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
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: 4.7/10.
How Cordova Elementary School Compares
See how Cordova Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5631 N 35TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85017
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cordova Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Alhambra Traditional School (rated 8.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valencia Newcomer School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sevilla Elementary School-East Campus Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Career and College Prep Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 3.6 |
| Sevilla Elementary School-West Campus Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Bennett Academy Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Alhambra High School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Catalina Ventura School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| BOURGADE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| Ocotillo School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Synergy Public School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 2.3 |
| Granada Elementary School-West Campus Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Alhambra Traditional School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Granada Elementary School-East Campus Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| Glenview College Preparatory High School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| SS SIMON AND JUDE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| GOMPERS PRIVATE SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.4 mi | — |
| Empower College Prep Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85017 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,737
Median Home Value
$242,900
Median Rent
$1,197/mo
Population
44,336
College Educated
11.1%
Homeownership
44.5%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
28.9%
Median Age
24.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cordova Elementary School
What grades does Cordova Elementary School serve?
Cordova Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Cordova Elementary School?
Cordova Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cordova Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Cordova Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cordova Elementary School rank in AZ?
Cordova Elementary School ranks #1,485 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cordova Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Cordova Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Cordova Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cordova Elementary School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Cordova Elementary School a charter school?
No, Cordova Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cordova Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Cordova 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 61.3%
- Phone
- (602) 841-0704
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)- District Enrollment
- 9,854
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,777
- District Rank
- #7 of 16
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