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#1474 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Orangewood School

Elementary School · Washington Elementary School District (4260)

7337 N 19TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85021

Enrollment

772

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

5.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,474 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#284 of 422

public schools

In district

#27 of 33

Washington Elementary School District (4260)

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Orangewood School

5.1/10

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

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About Orangewood School

Orangewood School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Washington Elementary School District (4260). Orangewood School serves approximately 772 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Orangewood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,474 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Orangewood School show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.3
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

62% of students at Orangewood 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 Progress4.4Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.5Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile37th
Resources & Environment6.2Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,008
Chronic Absenteeism62%

Orangewood School — Students at Orangewood School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 32.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.6% (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
48%
ELA
65%
2010
Math
48%
ELA
68%
2011
Math
52%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
29%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
30%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
30%
2018
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2019
Math
20%
ELA
26%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
20%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
25%

* 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: 4.4/10.

How Orangewood School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.1/10
27th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
4.4/10
Below Average
Environment
6.2/10
Average
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
62.0%

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

7337 N 19TH AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85021

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orangewood School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Bennett Academy - Venture Site (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Richard E Miller School (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF PHOENIX (rated 6.3/10, 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
ASDB - ELP Phoenix Day School for the Deaf Preschool Phoenix 0.4 mi
ASDB - Phoenix Day School for the Deaf Phoenix 0.4 mi 7.4
TORAH DAY SCHOOL OF PHOENIX Phoenix 0.6 mi 6.3
West-MEC - Washington High School Phoenix 0.7 mi
Washington High School Phoenix 0.7 mi 6.8
IntelliSchool Online Phoenix 0.8 mi
SC Jensen Online Phoenix 0.8 mi
PAS Charter Online Phoenix 0.8 mi
Maryland Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.3
Cornerstone Charter School New River 0.9 mi 4.3
Royal Palm Middle School Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.8
Washington Elementary School District Online Learning Academ Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.0
MONTESSORI CENTER SCHOOL Phoenix 1.2 mi
Richard E Miller School Phoenix 1.3 mi 6.4
Washington Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 3.8
GOMPERS PRIVATE SCHOOL Phoenix 1.3 mi
Bennett Academy - Venture Site Phoenix 1.6 mi 9.7
Madison Meadows School Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.3
SS SIMON AND JUDE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.2
Pensar Academy Litchfield Park 1.5 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$58,481

Median Home Value

$433,000

Median Rent

$1,221/mo

Population

40,026

College Educated

33.3%

Homeownership

38.3%

Avg Commute

27.8 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

36.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orangewood School

What grades does Orangewood School serve?

Orangewood School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Orangewood School?

Orangewood School has an enrollment of approximately 772 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orangewood School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orangewood School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orangewood School rank in AZ?

Orangewood School ranks #1,474 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Orangewood School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orangewood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Orangewood School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orangewood School has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Orangewood School a charter school?

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

Is Orangewood School a Title I school?

No, Orangewood School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
48 Some Transit
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
772
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
62.0%

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