Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Imagine Bell Canyon 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 is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Imagine Bell Canyon ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Imagine Bell Canyon's student population of 252 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Rankings
Imagine Bell Canyon ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Imagine Bell Canyon 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
#886 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
51%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
25%
34%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Imagine Bell Canyon's ranking?
Imagine Bell Canyon is ranked #886 out of 1,956 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?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Imagine Bell Canyon?
252 students attend Imagine Bell Canyon.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Imagine Bell Canyon students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Imagine Bell Canyon offer ?
Imagine Bell Canyon offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Imagine Bell Canyon part of?
Imagine Bell Canyon is part of Bell Canyon Charter School Inc (79983) School District.
In what neighborhood is Imagine Bell Canyon located?
Imagine Bell Canyon is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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