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Maurice C. Cash Elementary School

Elementary School · Laveen Elementary District (4276)

3851 W ROESER RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041

Enrollment

765

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

5.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,246 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#230 of 422

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Laveen Elementary District (4276)

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Maurice C. Cash Elementary School

5.7/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Maurice C. Cash Elementary School

Maurice C. Cash Elementary School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Laveen Elementary District (4276). Maurice C.

Cash Elementary School serves approximately 765 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Maurice C. Cash Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,246 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Maurice C. Cash Elementary School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 5.7 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

53% of students at Maurice C. Cash 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.2Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.57 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency28% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-9.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,353
Chronic Absenteeism52.7%

Maurice C. Cash Elementary School — Students at Maurice C. Cash Elementary School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 38.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.2% (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
53%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
63%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
16%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
25%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
26%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
33%
2020*
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
16%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
27%
ELA
28%

* 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: 5.2/10.

How Maurice C. Cash Elementary School Compares

See how Maurice C. Cash Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.7/10
38th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
5.2/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
52.7%

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

3851 W ROESER RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maurice C. Cash Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista del Sur Accelerated (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Laveen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rogers Ranch School (rated 7.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Laveen), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside Traditional School (rated 7.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Rogers Ranch School Laveen 1.4 mi 7.4
ARIZONA LUTHERAN ACADEMY Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.6
Heritage Academy Laveen Mesa 1.6 mi 7.3
Cesar Chavez High School Laveen 1.7 mi 4.8
CAMMACK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Laveen 1.5 mi
Bernard Black Elementary School Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.2
Riverbend Prep Laveen 1.5 mi 1.7
Legacy Traditional School - Laveen Village Chandler 1.9 mi 4.8
Vista del Sur Accelerated Laveen 2.0 mi 9.0
Sun Valley Academy Phoenix 2.2 mi 5.8
Cheatham Elementary School Laveen 2.4 mi 4.1
Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School Phoenix 2.2 mi 4.8
Maricopa Institute of Technology Tolleson 2.3 mi 6.1
Maricopa Institute of Technology (MIT) Phoenix 2.3 mi 5.8
EAGLE College Prep Phoenix 2.6 mi 3.6
BASIS Phoenix South Phoenix 2.4 mi 4.2
Jack L Kuban Elementary School Phoenix 2.8 mi 3.8
Laveen Elementary School Laveen 3.0 mi 6.8
Riverside Traditional School Phoenix 2.9 mi 7.0
Riverside Elementary School District (RESD) STEM2 Online Sch Phoenix 2.9 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,555

Median Home Value

$310,100

Median Rent

$1,612/mo

Population

63,881

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

73.4%

Avg Commute

27 min

Poverty Rate

16.8%

Median Age

33.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maurice C. Cash Elementary School

What grades does Maurice C. Cash Elementary School serve?

Maurice C. Cash Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Maurice C. Cash Elementary School?

Maurice C. Cash Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 765 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maurice C. Cash Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maurice C. Cash Elementary School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maurice C. Cash Elementary School rank in AZ?

Maurice C. Cash Elementary School ranks #1,246 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Maurice C. Cash Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maurice C. Cash Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Maurice C. Cash Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maurice C. Cash Elementary School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Maurice C. Cash Elementary School a charter school?

No, Maurice C. Cash Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Maurice C. Cash Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Maurice C. Cash Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
765
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
52.7%

District

Laveen Elementary District (4276)
District Enrollment
7,954
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,353
District Rank
#7 of 9

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