Below Average
#1535 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Cottonwood Education Services
School · Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487)
1 N WILLARD ST, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
93
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,535 of 2,006
In Cottonwood
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487)
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Cottonwood Education Services
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About Cottonwood Education Services
Cottonwood Education Services is a public school in Cottonwood, AZ, part of Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487). Cottonwood Education Services serves approximately 93 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Cottonwood Education Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,535 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Cottonwood Education Services show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 6.0
- AZ avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 93 students, Cottonwood Education Services 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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Cottonwood Education Services — Students at Cottonwood Education Services score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2016-17)
Based on 18 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.4/10.
How Cottonwood Education Services Compares
See how Cottonwood Education Services performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 N WILLARD ST, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Cottonwood Education Services may also want to explore other schools in the area. American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood (rated 6.2/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, RISE RESOURCE CENTER (rated 4.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cottonwood, see our Cottonwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.3 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86326 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,250
Median Home Value
$312,400
Median Rent
$1,102/mo
Population
25,476
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
64%
Avg Commute
20.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.8%
Median Age
50.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Cottonwood Education Services
What grades does Cottonwood Education Services serve?
Cottonwood Education Services serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Cottonwood Education Services?
Cottonwood Education Services has an enrollment of approximately 93 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Education Services?
The student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Education Services is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Cottonwood Education Services rank in AZ?
Cottonwood Education Services ranks #1,535 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Cottonwood Education Services's MySchoolScout rating?
Cottonwood Education Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 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 Cottonwood Education Services?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Cottonwood Education Services has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Cottonwood Education Services a charter school?
No, Cottonwood Education Services is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Cottonwood Education Services a Title I school?
No, Cottonwood Education Services is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 93
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yavapai County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.1%
- Phone
- (928) 634-2288
Resources & Links
District
Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487)- District Enrollment
- 1,742
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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