Nestled in a residential community of single-family homes, Ocotillo Elementary School serves more than 600 students in full-day kindergarten through sixth grade within the Washington Elementary School District of Phoenix.
As an Arizona A+ School of Excellence, Ocotillo lives up to its mission to “to foster an enriching environment that produces lifelong learners with the necessary academic and social skills to be successful citizens.” In addition to a core curriculum, the school includes instruction in art, music, and physical education for all grade levels in order to help students become well-rounded individuals with innate curiosity and drive.
When it comes to more personal development, Ocotillo hosts a gifted program, remedial after school classes, counseling, and a family resource center so students can achieve at their own levels. Outside of standard classes, children also can participate in band, strings, orchestra, chess club, choir, cheerleading, student council, yearbook, as well as a number of sports. There are also numerous field trips and other enrichment activities offered to students.
As for promoting overall well-being and safety for those it serves, the school provides free breakfast and lunch for all students, as well as KidSpace before and after school care (for a fee).
Ocotillo Elementary School
Public Elementary School
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Grade K-6
3225 W Ocotillo Rd,
Phoenix, AZ
Washington Elementary School District
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Math Proficiency
29%
Reading Proficiency
29%
Niche Grade
B-
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
29%
Math Proficiency
29%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
37
Full Time Teachers
37
Teachers in First or Second Year
30.3%
GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
59%
State Average
44%
Science
20%
State Average
31%
Student Diversity
Male
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Hispanic
65.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
10.9%
Black
10.2%
White
7.5%
Native American
2.8%
Two or more races
2.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
11/12/2024
An amazing staff who genuinely cares about their students and community! They also have a terrific parent organization and many resources available for the community.
GreatSchools Reviews
4/4/2025
Ocotillo is a place where my kids can feel safe and keep growing academically. Thank you to all the staff!
4/4/2025
I love this school and so do my children!
4/4/2025
Great school!! Siblings assisted this school, now my kids.
1/24/2025
OC is a great place to work and the community is very involved. Kids love coming to school and learning.
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Map
Attendance Zone
About Grandview
List Price Range
$84K - $497K
Homes For Sale
48
Average Home Value
$315,746
Median Lot Size
7,187 Sq Ft
% Renters
57%
Household Income
$58,849
% of College Grads
11%
Median Age
27
Average House Size
1,419 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
70.2%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$799 - $999 per month
- Palm Aire Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 656+ Sq Ft
- 6241 N 27th Ave
- Phoenix, AZ
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$799 - $1,240 per month
- Tides on 27th
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 438+ Sq Ft
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- Phoenix, AZ
Additional Schools in the Area
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Parks in this Area
Washington Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Cielito Park
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- Basketball
- Picnic Area
La Pradera Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
John F. and Mary P. Long Homestead Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Little Canyon Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
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