Skip to main content

Very Good

#724 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 36% in state

Academy of Math and Science Glendale

Elementary School · Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)

3448 N 1ST AVE, Tucson, AZ 85719

Charter

Enrollment

1,246

Score

7.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#724 of 2,006

In Tucson

#73 of 257

public schools

In district

#4 of 6

Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)

Academic growth

9.9 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around Academy of Math and Science Glendale?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Academy of Math and Science Glendale

7.0/10

Elementary School in Tucson · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Glenview Adventist Academy

5.7/10

0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Barcelona Elementary School

4.4/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Academy of Math and Science Glendale

Academy of Math and Science Glendale is a public elementary school in Tucson, AZ, part of Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878). Academy of Math and Science Glendale serves approximately 1,246 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Academy of Math and Science Glendale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #724 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Academy of Math and Science Glendale show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.9
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Academy of Math and Science Glendale is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.

67% of students at Academy of Math and Science Glendale were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.9Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data3
Annual Change+3.27 pts/yr
Data Period2020–2022
TrendImproving
Academics5.6Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency21% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Per-Pupil Spending$9,873
Chronic Absenteeism66.7%

Academy of Math and Science Glendale — Students at Academy of Math and Science Glendale score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 25.0% (multi-year average, 2020-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2020*
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2021*
Math
15%
ELA
23%
2022
Math
21%
ELA
29%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.9/10.

How Academy of Math and Science Glendale Compares

See how Academy of Math and Science Glendale performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.0/10
64th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.9/10
Excellent
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement

Location

3448 N 1ST AVE, Tucson, AZ 85719

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of Math and Science Glendale may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valencia Newcomer School (rated 6.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. Additionally, HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.6 mi
School Distance Rating
GLENVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.7
Barcelona Elementary School Glendale 0.5 mi 4.4
ST LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL Glendale 0.6 mi 5.9
Glenn F Burton School Glendale 0.7 mi 4.0
Ombudsman - Charter Metro Glendale 0.9 mi 3.4
Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy Glendale 1.0 mi 4.6
Glendale Union Online Glendale 1.0 mi 5.0
Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.0
West-MEC - Apollo High School Glendale 1.0 mi
Glenview College Preparatory High School Phoenix 1.0 mi 7.1
Apollo High School Glendale 1.0 mi 6.9
Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix 1.0 mi 9.0
Roadrunner Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.6
Catalina Ventura School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.5
Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.7
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School Phoenix 1.1 mi 4.1
HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN Phoenix 1.3 mi 6.7
Carol G. Peck Elementary School Glendale 1.2 mi 3.0
CHILDREN'S CENTER FOR NEURODEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES Glendale 1.2 mi 7.0
Horizon School Glendale 1.6 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,086

Median Home Value

$266,900

Median Rent

$1,051/mo

Population

49,609

College Educated

46%

Homeownership

29.7%

Avg Commute

18.4 min

Poverty Rate

31.6%

Median Age

23.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Lake Pleasant Elementary Peoria, AZ 7.0
Legacy Traditional School - Phoenix Chandler, AZ 7.0
Mary A Otondo Elementary School Yuma, AZ 7.0
Schnepf Elementary School Queen Creek, AZ 7.0
Vistancia Elementary School Peoria, AZ 7.0
Wrightson Ridge K-8 School Sahuarita, AZ 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of Math and Science Glendale

What grades does Academy of Math and Science Glendale serve?

Academy of Math and Science Glendale serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Academy of Math and Science Glendale?

Academy of Math and Science Glendale has an enrollment of approximately 1,246 students.

How does Academy of Math and Science Glendale rank in AZ?

Academy of Math and Science Glendale ranks #724 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Academy of Math and Science Glendale's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of Math and Science Glendale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Academy of Math and Science Glendale?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy of Math and Science Glendale has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).

Is Academy of Math and Science Glendale a charter school?

Yes, Academy of Math and Science Glendale is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Academy of Math and Science Glendale a Title I school?

No, Academy of Math and Science Glendale is not currently a Title I school.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
1,246
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
66.7%

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.