Average
#768 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 38% in state
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School
Elementary School · Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487)
1 N WILLARD ST, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
596
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#768 of 2,006
In Cottonwood
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487)
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School is a public elementary school in Cottonwood, AZ, part of Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487). Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School serves approximately 596 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #768 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
45% of students at Dr Daniel Bright 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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Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School — Students at Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 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: 8.3/10.
How Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School Compares
See how Dr Daniel Bright 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
1 N WILLARD ST, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Creek Elementary School (rated 6.8/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Cornville), with a very similar rating. Another option is Liberty Leadership Academy (rated 6.6/10, 1.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cottonwood Community School (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cottonwood, see our Cottonwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.4 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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| Capitol Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 6.9 |
| Eva Marshall Elementary School Flagstaff, AZ | 6.9 |
| Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low, AZ | 6.9 |
| Pima Elementary School Scottsdale, AZ | 6.9 |
| Ruth Powell Elementary School Safford, AZ | 6.9 |
| Sun Valley Academy-Avondale Phoenix, AZ | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School
What grades does Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School serve?
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School?
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 596 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School rank in AZ?
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School ranks #768 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School a charter school?
No, Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dr Daniel Bright Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Dr Daniel Bright 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
- 596
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yavapai County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 44.5%
- Phone
- (928) 634-7039
Resources & Links
District
Cottonwood-Oak Creek Elementary District (4487)- District Enrollment
- 1,742
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,818
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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