Serving 386 students in grades Kindergarten-7, 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-7
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- 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 386 students has grown by 147% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-7
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
386 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Rankings
Casa Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Casa Academy is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1537 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
13%
3%
Hispanic
56%
49%
Black
26%
6%
White
3%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
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 #1537 out of 1,921 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 34% 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?
386 students attend Casa Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Casa Academy students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casa Academy?
Casa Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Casa Academy offer ?
Casa Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-7 (No virtual instruction).
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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