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Imagine Coolidge Elementary

Elementary School · Imagine Coolidge Elementary Inc. (89786)

18052 N BLACK CANYON HWY, Phoenix, AZ 85053

Charter

Enrollment

655

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,265 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#235 of 422

public schools

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Imagine Coolidge Elementary

5.6/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Imagine Prep Coolidge

3.3/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Coolidge Jr. High School

4.3/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Imagine Coolidge Elementary

Imagine Coolidge Elementary is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Imagine Coolidge Elementary Inc. (89786). Imagine Coolidge Elementary serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Imagine Coolidge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,265 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Imagine Coolidge Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Imagine Coolidge Elementary is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

58% of students at Imagine Coolidge Elementary 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 Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.23 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment3.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$12,213
Chronic Absenteeism57.9%

Imagine Coolidge Elementary — Students at Imagine Coolidge Elementary score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 39.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 44.4% (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
52%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2011
Math
61%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
33%
ELA
24%
2015
Math
40%
ELA
32%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
34%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
34%
2018
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2019
Math
33%
ELA
39%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
35%
ELA
26%

* 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: 6.1/10.

How Imagine Coolidge Elementary Compares

See how Imagine Coolidge Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
37th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
3.3/10
Needs Improvement

Location

18052 N BLACK CANYON HWY, Phoenix, AZ 85053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Imagine Coolidge Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary C O'Brien Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Casa Grande), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLORENCE BAPTIST ACADEMY (rated 6.7/10, 9.0 miles away, in nearby Florence), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Blackwater Community School (rated 6.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Coolidge), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Imagine Prep Coolidge Coolidge 0.1 mi 3.3
Coolidge Jr. High School Coolidge 0.4 mi 4.3
CAVIT - Coolidge High School Coolidge 0.7 mi
Heartland Ranch Elementary School Coolidge 0.7 mi 5.8
Coolidge High School Coolidge 0.8 mi 7.0
Coolidge Alternative Program Coolidge 0.9 mi 4.8
Coolidge Virtual Academy Coolidge 0.9 mi 2.5
West Elementary School Coolidge 1.1 mi 4.7
CAVIT - Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology Coolidge 1.3 mi 8.1
Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (K-2) Coolidge 3.8 mi
Akimel O'Otham Pee Posh (3-5) Coolidge 3.8 mi
Blackwater Community School Coolidge 3.8 mi 6.1
Anthem Elementary School Florence 6.0 mi 5.0
American Leadership Academy Anthem K-6 Florence 6.4 mi 6.3
Mary C O'Brien Elementary School Casa Grande 6.9 mi 9.7
Copper Basin Florence 10.3 mi 3.5
Florence High School Florence 8.9 mi 6.7
FLORENCE BAPTIST ACADEMY Florence 9.0 mi 6.7
San Tan Foothills High School Queen Creek 10.7 mi 7.3
Florence Virtual Academy Florence 9.3 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$66,870

Median Home Value

$329,500

Median Rent

$1,385/mo

Population

29,719

College Educated

25.9%

Homeownership

61.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.8%

Median Age

36.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Imagine Coolidge Elementary

What grades does Imagine Coolidge Elementary serve?

Imagine Coolidge Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Imagine Coolidge Elementary?

Imagine Coolidge Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.

How does Imagine Coolidge Elementary rank in AZ?

Imagine Coolidge Elementary ranks #1,265 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Imagine Coolidge Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Imagine Coolidge Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Imagine Coolidge Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Coolidge Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Imagine Coolidge Elementary a charter school?

Yes, Imagine Coolidge Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Imagine Coolidge Elementary a Title I school?

No, Imagine Coolidge Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
655
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
57.9%

District

Imagine Coolidge Elementary Inc. (89786)
District Enrollment
655
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,213
District Rank
#1 of 1

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