Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Casa Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Casa Academy's student population of 211 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
211 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Casa Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casa Academy is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1578 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
64%
47%
Black
25%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casa Academy's ranking?
Casa Academy is ranked #1578 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Casa Academy?
211 students attend Casa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Casa Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What grades does Casa Academy offer ?
Casa Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Casa Academy part of?
Casa Academy is part of CASA Academy (91934) School District.
In what neighborhood is Casa Academy located?
Casa Academy is located in the Alhambra neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in Alhambra.
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