Bright Ideas Charter School–Van Buren in Tempe, AZ serves grades K through 8 within the Peach Springs Unified District.
The school's graduation rate remained stable at 50% from 2013 to 2023, which is lower than the Arizona state average of approximately 77%.
Math proficiency was 10% in 2023, significantly lower than the state average of 34%, showing minimal improvement over the past decade.
Reading proficiency stood at 5% in 2022, which is lower than the state average of 40%, with consistently low scores reported in recent years.
Enrollment and student–teacher ratio data have not been reported in recent years, limiting analysis of demographic or staffing trends for this Tempe charter school.
School Overview
School Rankings
American Indian
(06-07)5%
6%
Hispanic
(06-07)26%
41%
Black
(06-07)53%
5%
White
(06-07)16%
45%
Eligible for Free Lunch (05-06)
86%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (05-06)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren?
19 students attend Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren offer ?
Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren part of?
Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren is part of Peach Springs Unified District (4369).
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