Serving 240 students in grades Kindergarten-12, American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood's student population of 240 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
240 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1323 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
40%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
49%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood's ranking?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is ranked #1323 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood often compared to?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwoodis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Creek Elementary School, Desert Star Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood?
The graduation rate of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood?
240 students attend American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood offer ?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood part of?
American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood is part of Edkey Inc. DBA American Heritage Academy (6365) School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have had the great pleasure of attending this excellent school. They are very student oriented and are unwavering in there excellent support of each student and there educational needs. I highly recommend your student attending this excellent school.
The BEST of Hope
Sincerely,
Abigail Jensen
Former Student
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