Bennett Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (23-24)
112 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennett Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#809 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
65%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
46%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Academy's ranking?
Bennett Academy is ranked #809 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Bennett Academy?
112 students attend Bennett Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bennett Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bennett Academy offer ?
Bennett Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bennett Academy part of?
Bennett Academy is part of Twenty First Century Charter School Inc. Bennett (4310) School District.
In what neighborhood is Bennett Academy located?
Bennett Academy is located in the Grandview neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Grandview.
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