Cartwright Virtual Academy 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students (22-23)
130 students
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
6 teachers
School Rankings
Cartwright Virtual Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#1762 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(22-23)4%
5%
Asian
(22-23)1%
3%
Hispanic
(22-23)83%
47%
Black
(22-23)5%
6%
White
(22-23)4%
35%
Hawaiian
(22-23)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(22-23)3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Cartwright Elementary District (4282)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cartwright Virtual Academy's ranking?
Cartwright Virtual Academy is ranked #1762 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Cartwright Virtual Academy?
130 students attend Cartwright Virtual Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Cartwright Virtual Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Cartwright Virtual Academy offer ?
Cartwright Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Cartwright Virtual Academy part of?
Cartwright Virtual Academy is part of Cartwright Elementary District (4282).
In what neighborhood is Cartwright Virtual Academy located?
Cartwright Virtual Academy is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 64 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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