What grades does Cottonwood Elementary School serve?

Cottonwood Elementary School is a Primary school serving students in VAIL, AZ. The school is part of Vail Unified District (4413).

Where is Cottonwood Elementary School located?

Cottonwood Elementary School is located at VAIL, AZ in a urban area.

What school district is Cottonwood Elementary School in?

Cottonwood Elementary School is part of Vail Unified District (4413) in AZ. The district operates 23 schools.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cottonwood Elementary School?

Cottonwood Elementary School has a student-teacher ratio of 15.6:1.

How many schools are in Vail Unified District (4413)?

Vail Unified District (4413) operates 23 schools in AZ.

What schools are in VAIL, AZ?

VAIL, AZ is served by Vail Unified District (4413). Cottonwood Elementary School is one of the Primary schools in the area.

What school district serves VAIL, AZ?

Vail Unified District (4413) serves VAIL, AZ with 23 schools. Cottonwood Elementary School is one of the schools in this district.

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Cottonwood Elementary School — School Calendar 2026-27

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VAIL, AZ 85641

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Fri

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Mon

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Tue

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School Profile

Grades

K–6

Enrollment

531

Student:Teacher

15.6:1

Locale

Urban

District

Vail Unified District (4413)

Phone

(520)879-2602

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

54%

75th percentile in AZ

Math Proficiency

53%

81th percentile in AZ

Chronic Absenteeism

10.4%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

19 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.4:1

Near average in AZ

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

247

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

31.03

94% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

0.5

Social Workers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$10,071

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$5,316

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$12,836

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 59%Local 31%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

24.3%

Below 150% poverty line

5.8%

Unemployment rate

9.1%

Uninsured residents

11.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

2,241

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

2,082

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

632 (30%)

Autism

350 (17%)

Other Health Impairment

321 (15%)

Speech/Language Impairment

313 (15%)

Intellectual Disability

91 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

84 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

570

Current enrollment

Stable(-3% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 1, 2026

VIC Fall Break Office Hours

Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.

Break

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

No School Fall Break

Break

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Fall Break - K8 & High Schools

Break

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Vail Unified District (4413). Cottonwood Elementary School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day-No School!District-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	Q1 ELA/Math Benchmark TestingDistrict-wide 2nd grade-5th grade	exam	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Writing, English 9, 10, 11District-wide	exam	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Reading, English 9, 10, 11District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Parent/Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Additional Details to follow.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	Early Release @ 11:25 AMDistrict-wide Check the calendar for the early release time.	half_day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	Half Day - Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Thu, Sep 17, 2026	1/2 Day - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Half Day - Early ReleaseDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences District-wide Check the calendar for scheduled conference times and sign-up details.	Staff Day	—
Fri, Sep 18, 2026	Benchmark Testing: Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2District-wide	exam	—
Wed, Sep 23, 2026	Q1 Advanced Math Benchmark TestingDistrict-wide 2nd-5th grade	exam	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Fall Break - No SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Fall Break - K8 & High SchoolsDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	No School Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	VIC Fall Break Office HoursDistrict-wide Check the office notice for fall break hours and availability.	Break	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Elementary School

Cottonwood Elementary School currently enrolls 531 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under Vail Unified District (4413) in AZ.