Cactus Wren Elementary School
Grades: K-6
Students: 410
Type: Public
GreatSchools Rating
Student-Teacher
Ratio: 12:1
Certified Teachers: 88%
9650 North 39th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85051
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 347-2100
Additional GreatSchools Ratings
NA
Test Scores7/10
NA
Academic ProgressNA
College Readiness9/10
Community Reviews
I been sending my daughter here since kindergarten and I have about had it. All they do is put the blame back to my daughter when in reality they should be better to their students with disabilities. If your child has a disability please do not send them here. They are not properly trained and do no
Posted by a parent on 1/13/2026Cactus Wren has been a great school for our student and family. Along with the family feel and support we’ve received for our student, we have also seen a drastic incline in our students academics. The staff and principal do a wonderful job with communicating to parents and providing events for the
Posted by a parent on 12/7/2024Good school for special need kids. School has all the facilities. Even you can send your therapist to school
Posted by a parent on 11/20/2024My children thoroughly enjoy attending school here. They receive comprehensive support, encompassing not only education but also the staff's dedication to ensuring students' safety and happiness. For an extended period of time the kids wanted me to be “part” of the school one way or another because
Posted by a parent on 11/14/2024This school has a good environment my son looks forward to going to school everyday. The teachers and principal do an amazing job caring for the students.
Posted by a parent on 11/14/2024Nearby Schools
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Phoenix schools - Cactus Wren Elementary School is located at 9650 North 39th Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85051. Cactus Wren Elementary School is in the Washington Elementary School District. Cactus Wren Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K-6.
