Average
#936 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 47% in state
Fine Arts Academy
Elementary School · Littleton Elementary District (4278)
PO BOX 280, Cashion, AZ 85329
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
808
Student-Teacher
20.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#936 of 2,006
In Cashion
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
Littleton Elementary District (4278)
Academic growth
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Fine Arts Academy
Elementary School in Cashion · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Fine Arts Academy
Fine Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Cashion, AZ, part of Littleton Elementary District (4278). Fine Arts Academy serves approximately 808 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 20.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #936 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Fine Arts Academy show 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.3
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Fine Arts Academy 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.
Fine Arts Academy runs 20.2:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
56% of students at Fine Arts Academy 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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Fine Arts Academy — Students at Fine Arts Academy score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.3/10.
How Fine Arts Academy Compares
See how Fine Arts Academy 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
PO BOX 280, Cashion, AZ 85329
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fine Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Academy of Math and Science Avondale (rated 7.5/10, 0.4 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LESD Online Academy (rated 6.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Union Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Tolleson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cashion, see our Cashion schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Academy of Math and Science Avondale Tucson | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| LESD Online Academy Cashion | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| Country Place Elementary Avondale | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Quentin Elementary School Avondale | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Arts Academy at Estrella Mountain Tolleson | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Tolleson Union High School Tolleson | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| West-MEC - Tolleson Union High School Glendale | 1.7 mi | — |
| Littleton Elementary School Avondale | 1.5 mi | 5.1 |
| University High School Tolleson | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| La Joya Community High School Avondale | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| West-MEC - La Joya High School Glendale | 1.6 mi | — |
| Tres Rios Elementary School Tolleson | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Tolleson Virtual Academy Tolleson | 1.9 mi | — |
| Estrella Vista Elementary School Avondale | 1.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Union Elementary School Tolleson | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Collier Elementary School Avondale | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Porfirio H. Gonzales Elementary School Tolleson | 2.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Dos Rios Elementary Tolleson | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Hurley Ranch Elementary Tolleson | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Arizona Desert Elementary School Tolleson | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85329 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,292
Median Home Value
$243,600
Median Rent
$1,213/mo
Population
2,429
College Educated
0%
Homeownership
66.1%
Poverty Rate
26.2%
Median Age
37.2
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| Desert Star Goodyear, AZ | 6.5 |
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| Leman Academy of Excellence East Tucson Tucson, AZ | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fine Arts Academy
What grades does Fine Arts Academy serve?
Fine Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Fine Arts Academy?
Fine Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 808 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fine Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Fine Arts Academy is 20.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fine Arts Academy rank in AZ?
Fine Arts Academy ranks #936 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Fine Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Fine Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Fine Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fine Arts Academy has 15% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Fine Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Fine Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fine Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Fine Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 808
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.6%
- Phone
- (623) 478-6400
Resources & Links
District
Littleton Elementary District (4278)- District Enrollment
- 5,940
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,493
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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