Serving 528 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cactus View Elementary School 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 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 528 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cactus View Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Cactus View Elementary School's student population of 528 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
528 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Last Day of School
Fri. May 22, 2026
School Rankings
Cactus View Elementary School 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 Cactus View Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#1159 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
5%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
45%
48%
Black
12%
6%
White
31%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cactus View Elementary School's ranking?
Cactus View Elementary School is ranked #1159 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Cactus View Elementary School often compared to?
Cactus View Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Echo Mountain Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cactus View Elementary School?
528 students attend Cactus View Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Cactus View Elementary School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cactus View Elementary School?
Cactus View Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cactus View Elementary School offer ?
Cactus View Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cactus View Elementary School part of?
Cactus View Elementary School is part of Paradise Valley Unified District (4241) School District.
In what neighborhood is Cactus View Elementary School located?
Cactus View Elementary School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
School Reviews
1 9/17/2020
If I could use a lower rating, I would. My son has been in need of testing for possible special education purposes and this SCHOOL FORGOT ABOUT HIM!! Please, if you have concerns for your child and may need a little extra help, do not confide in this school. My son had been scheduled 2 years ago, and they pulled me in for behavior issues. At this meeting I asked for the paper I had already signed to start testing and what were the results? The entire staff looked at each other in confusion. An employee at the school went into the files and found the paper that had been signed back in the 3rd grade. My son is on 5th this year. If I may quote his words, The energy felt very negative and my teacher is angry and yelling all the time.Take your babies to another school. Thank you.
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