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Mccartney Ranch Elementary School

Elementary School · Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)

2631 N Brown Ave, Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Enrollment

679

Student-Teacher

27.2:1

Score

3.8

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,853 of 2,006

In Casa Grande

#10 of 20

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

Casa Grande Elementary District (4446)

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Mccartney Ranch Elementary School

3.8/10

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

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About Mccartney Ranch Elementary School

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is a public elementary school in Casa Grande, AZ, part of Casa Grande Elementary District (4446). Mccartney Ranch Elementary School serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 27.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccartney Ranch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,853 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Mccartney Ranch Elementary School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 3.5
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School runs 27.2:1 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.

51% of students at Mccartney Ranch 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 Progress2.9Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.35 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency30% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio27.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$10,237
Chronic Absenteeism51.1%

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School — Students at Mccartney Ranch Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 50.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.7% (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
68%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
41%
ELA
36%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2019
Math
39%
ELA
41%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
30%

* 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: 2.9/10.

How Mccartney Ranch Elementary School Compares

See how Mccartney Ranch Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.8/10
8th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
27:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

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

2631 N Brown Ave, Casa Grande, AZ 85122

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccartney Ranch Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. The Grande Innovation (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Legacy Traditional School - Casa Grande (rated 7.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Maricopa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Desert Willow Elementary School (rated 5.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Casa Grande, see our Casa Grande schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
CAVIT - Casa Grande Union High School Casa Grande 0.6 mi
Casa Grande Union High School Casa Grande 0.6 mi 5.4
Early Childhood Learning Center Casa Grande 0.7 mi 3.6
Villago Middle School Casa Grande 0.8 mi 3.3
Cholla Elementary School Casa Grande 1.6 mi 3.6
Cactus Middle School Casa Grande 1.7 mi 3.1
Legacy Traditional School - Casa Grande Maricopa 2.3 mi 7.3
Cottonwood Elementary School Casa Grande 2.5 mi 2.5
LOGOS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Casa Grande 2.5 mi 5.6
Desert Willow Elementary School Casa Grande 2.3 mi 5.7
Mission Heights Preparatory High School Phoenix 2.8 mi 7.3
Casa Grande Middle School Casa Grande 3.0 mi 2.6
Saguaro Elementary School Casa Grande 3.0 mi 3.1
Ironwood School Casa Grande 3.0 mi 2.8
PPEP TEC - Alice S. Paul Learning Center Tucson 3.2 mi 4.9
Center for Online and Innovative Learning Casa Grande 3.4 mi 3.8
CGESD Online Learning Academy Casa Grande 3.4 mi 3.5
Vista Grande High School Casa Grande 3.3 mi 5.1
The Grande Innovation Casa Grande 3.7 mi 7.7
Path to Potential Casa Grande 3.7 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,243

Median Home Value

$242,500

Median Rent

$1,289/mo

Population

58,328

College Educated

19.4%

Homeownership

69.2%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.9%

Median Age

36.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccartney Ranch Elementary School

What grades does Mccartney Ranch Elementary School serve?

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Mccartney Ranch Elementary School?

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccartney Ranch Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is 27.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccartney Ranch Elementary School rank in AZ?

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School ranks #1,853 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Mccartney Ranch Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccartney Ranch Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Mccartney Ranch Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccartney Ranch Elementary School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Mccartney Ranch Elementary School a charter school?

No, Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Mccartney Ranch Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Mccartney Ranch Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
11 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher Ratio
27.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Pinal County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.1%

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