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#1149 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Arches Academy
Elementary School · ARCHES Academy (92980)
1150 W SUPERSTITION BLVD, Apache Jct, AZ 85120
Enrollment
53
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
53
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,149 of 2,006
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Arches Academy
Elementary School in Apache Jct · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Arches Academy
Arches Academy is a public elementary school in Apache Jct, AZ, part of ARCHES Academy (92980). Arches Academy serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Arches Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,149 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Arches Academy show 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Arches Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Arches Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Arches Academy 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.
Score Breakdown
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Arches Academy — Students at Arches Academy score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.4/10.
How Arches Academy Compares
See how Arches Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1150 W SUPERSTITION BLVD, Apache Jct, AZ 85120
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arches Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Patterson Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Another option is Brinton Elementary (rated 7.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Taft Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Apache Jct, see our Apache Jct schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Trail High School Apache Junction | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Four Peaks Elementary School Apache Junction | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Avalon Elementary Apache Junction | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Imagine Prep Superstition Apache Junction | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Imagine Superstition Middle Apache Junction | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Cactus Canyon Junior High Apache Junction | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Apache Junction High School Apache Junction | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| EVIT East Apache Junction Mesa | 2.2 mi | — |
| Sousa Elementary School Mesa | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Brinton Elementary Mesa | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Patterson Elementary Mesa | 3.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Desert Vista Elementary School Apache Junction | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Leading Edge Academy at East Mesa Gilbert | 3.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Smith Junior High School Mesa | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| ADOBE ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mesa | 3.4 mi | — |
| Skyline High School Mesa | 3.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EVIT - Skyline High School Mesa | 3.6 mi | — |
| Taft Elementary School Mesa | 3.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Stevenson Elementary School Mesa | 4.1 mi | 3.7 |
| Cambridge Academy East Mesa | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85120 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,921
Median Home Value
$162,900
Median Rent
$958/mo
Population
29,308
College Educated
13.9%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
57.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arches Academy
What grades does Arches Academy serve?
Arches Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Arches Academy?
Arches Academy has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
How does Arches Academy rank in AZ?
Arches Academy ranks #1,149 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Arches Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Arches Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Arches Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arches Academy has 8% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Arches Academy a charter school?
Yes, Arches Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Arches Academy a Title I school?
No, Arches Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Pinal County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.7%
- Phone
- (480) 881-7114
Resources & Links
District
ARCHES Academy (92980)- District Enrollment
- 53
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,691
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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