Below Average
#1526 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary
Elementary School · Pathfinder Charter School Foundation (79024)
3535 W DUNLAP AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Enrollment
446
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
446
Score
4.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,526 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#298 of 422
public schools
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Imagine Cortez Park Elementary
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About Imagine Cortez Park Elementary
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Pathfinder Charter School Foundation (79024). Imagine Cortez Park Elementary serves approximately 446 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Imagine Cortez Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,526 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Imagine Cortez Park Elementary show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Imagine Cortez Park 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.
47% of students at Imagine Cortez Park 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
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Imagine Cortez Park Elementary — Students at Imagine Cortez Park Elementary score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.4/10.
How Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Compares
See how Imagine Cortez Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
3535 W DUNLAP AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Imagine Cortez Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Abraham Lincoln Traditional School (rated 8.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASA Academy (rated 6.7/10, 0.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Cortez High School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Alta Vista Elementary School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 3.7 |
| West-MEC - Cortez High School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | — |
| Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CASA Academy Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Cactus Wren Elementary School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Metro Glendale | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| ACCEL Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Intelli-School - Metro Center Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Traditional School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Roadrunner Elementary School Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ST JEROME ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Washington Elementary School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Metro Glendale | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Sage Academy Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy Glendale | 1.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Glendale Union Online Glendale | 1.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$63,665
Median Home Value
$288,300
Median Rent
$1,256/mo
Population
45,484
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
54.6%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
17.6%
Median Age
34.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Carminati School Tempe, AZ | 4.9 |
| Cesar E Chavez Community School Phoenix, AZ | 4.9 |
| Edison Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.9 |
| Homer Davis Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.9 |
| Irene Erickson Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Mesa, AZ | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Imagine Cortez Park Elementary
What grades does Imagine Cortez Park Elementary serve?
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Imagine Cortez Park Elementary?
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 446 students.
How does Imagine Cortez Park Elementary rank in AZ?
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary ranks #1,526 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Imagine Cortez Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Imagine Cortez Park Elementary 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 Imagine Cortez Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Imagine Cortez Park Elementary has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 43% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Imagine Cortez Park Elementary a charter school?
Yes, Imagine Cortez Park Elementary is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Imagine Cortez Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Imagine Cortez Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 446
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.3%
- Phone
- (602) 589-9840
Resources & Links
District
Pathfinder Charter School Foundation (79024)- District Enrollment
- 446
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,229
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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