Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Phoenix Advantage 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix Advantage Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Phoenix Advantage Charter School's student population of 190 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phoenix Advantage Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Advantage Charter School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1776 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
21%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
67%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
2%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Advantage Charter School's ranking?
Phoenix Advantage Charter School is ranked #1776 out of 1,956 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Advantage Charter School?
190 students attend Phoenix Advantage Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Phoenix Advantage Charter School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Phoenix Advantage Charter School offer ?
Phoenix Advantage Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Phoenix Advantage Charter School part of?
Phoenix Advantage Charter School is part of Phoenix Advantage Charter School Inc. (4338) School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Advantage Charter School located?
Phoenix Advantage Charter School is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
School Reviews
5 2/21/2019
My child attends Phoenix Advantage and I know there is a new principal so I cannot speak to the old stats but I can speak to what I see. My child is in Kinder and has an IEP prior to attending. This school was on board and didnt miss a beat and got her the services she needs right away. My child is thriving and is actually reading I amd impressed with the curriculum at this schoo.l They are not coloring they are learning social studies and math, there is an Art class and PE. This school is going to turn out great people for our community.
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