Serving 168 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Discover U 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% 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-6
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Discover U ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Discover U's student population of 168 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
2020
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Discover U 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 Discover U is 0.49, 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
#1814 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
49%
Black
12%
6%
White
14%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)80.4%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Discover U's ranking?
Discover U is ranked #1814 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Discover U?
168 students attend Discover U.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Discover U students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Discover U?
Discover U has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Discover U offer ?
Discover U offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Discover U part of?
Discover U is part of Kaizen Education Foundation DBA Discover U Element (91328) School District.
In what neighborhood is Discover U located?
Discover U is located in the Youngtown Terrace neighborhood of Youngtown, AZ.
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