Serving 268 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Country Gardens Charter School 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 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% 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-12
- Enrollment: 268 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Country Gardens Charter School's student population of 268 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
268 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Country Gardens Charter School 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 Country Gardens Charter School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1183 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
50%
49%
Black
20%
6%
White
24%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Country Gardens Charter School's ranking?
Country Gardens Charter School is ranked #1183 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Country Gardens Charter School often compared to?
Country Gardens Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailside Point Performing Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
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 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Country Gardens Charter School?
The graduation rate of Country Gardens Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Country Gardens Charter School?
268 students attend Country Gardens Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Country Gardens Charter School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Country Gardens Charter School?
Country Gardens Charter School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Country Gardens Charter School offer ?
Country Gardens Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Country Gardens Charter School part of?
Country Gardens Charter School is part of Country Gardens Charter Schools (79074).
In what neighborhood is Country Gardens Charter School located?
Country Gardens Charter School is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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