Serving 76 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Gem Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30-39% (which was approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 40-59% (which was approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment was 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Gem Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Gender %
School Calendar
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#635 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
American Indian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
52%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
White
40%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
41%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gem Charter School Inc. (6372) School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gem Charter School's ranking?
Gem Charter School is ranked #635 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gem Charter School?
76 students attend Gem Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Gem Charter School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Gem Charter School offer ?
Gem Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gem Charter School part of?
Gem Charter School is part of Gem Charter School Inc. (6372) School District.
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