Serving 265 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%).
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- 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 265 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
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 0.56, 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
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
33%
48%
Black
1%
6%
White
58%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
9%
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, American Heritage Academy - Camp Verde, 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?
265 students attend American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of American Heritage Academy - Cottonwood students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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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