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#1909 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Holiday Park School

Elementary School · Cartwright Elementary District (4282)

4417 N 66TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85033

Enrollment

583

Student-Teacher

18.2:1

Score

3.5

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,909 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#392 of 422

public schools

In district

#19 of 22

Cartwright Elementary District (4282)

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Holiday Park School

3.5/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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3.4/10

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3.8/10

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About Holiday Park School

Holiday Park School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282). Holiday Park School serves approximately 583 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 18.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holiday Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,909 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Holiday Park School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Holiday Park 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.0Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency11% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile21th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,949
Chronic Absenteeism50.3%

Holiday Park School — Students at Holiday Park School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 33.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
61%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
21%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
20%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
20%
ELA
24%
2017
Math
23%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
18%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
18%
2022
Math
11%
ELA
18%

* 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: 2.0/10.

How Holiday Park School Compares

See how Holiday Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.5/10
5th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.4/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
50.3%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4417 N 66TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holiday Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunset School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Victory Collegiate Academy (rated 5.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Academy of Math and Science Camelback (rated 5.6/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Westland School Phoenix 0.3 mi 3.4
Desert Sands Academy of Mass Communication & Journalism Phoenix 0.4 mi 3.8
Western School of Science and Technology Phoenix 0.5 mi 6.8
Academy of Math and Science Camelback Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.6
LEXINGTON LIFE ACADEMY - PHOENIX Phoenix 0.5 mi 4.3
Pioneer Preparatory - A Challenge Foundation Phoenix 0.6 mi 4.2
Heatherbrae School Phoenix 0.5 mi 4.8
Sunset School Phoenix 0.8 mi 8.1
Victory Collegiate Academy Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.8
G. Frank Davidson Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.3
William C Jack School Glendale 1.2 mi 5.6
Don Mensendick School Glendale 1.2 mi 4.4
Bicentennial South School Glendale 1.2 mi 3.4
Estrella Middle School Phoenix 1.1 mi 4.0
Maryvale High School Phoenix 1.2 mi 4.6
Premier Charter High School Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.3
ACCLAIM Academy Phoenix 1.3 mi 3.5
Camelback Academy Glendale 1.4 mi 4.6
Trevor Browne High School Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.5
Cartwright Early Childhood Center Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,749

Median Home Value

$245,900

Median Rent

$1,338/mo

Population

58,234

College Educated

7.2%

Homeownership

56.7%

Avg Commute

28.7 min

Poverty Rate

19.8%

Median Age

28.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holiday Park School

What grades does Holiday Park School serve?

Holiday Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Holiday Park School?

Holiday Park School has an enrollment of approximately 583 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holiday Park School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holiday Park School is 18.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Holiday Park School rank in AZ?

Holiday Park School ranks #1,909 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Holiday Park School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holiday Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Holiday Park School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Holiday Park School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Holiday Park School a charter school?

No, Holiday Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Holiday Park School a Title I school?

No, Holiday Park School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
583
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
50.3%

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