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Arizona Autism Charter School

Elementary School · Arizona Autism Charter Schools Inc. (91958)

4125 N 14TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Charter

Enrollment

183

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,148 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#199 of 422

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Arizona Autism Charter Schools Inc. (91958)

Academic growth

7.7 / 10

Very Good

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Arizona Autism Charter School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus

5.7/10

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Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School

6.1/10

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About Arizona Autism Charter School

Arizona Autism Charter School is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Arizona Autism Charter Schools Inc. (91958). Arizona Autism Charter School serves approximately 183 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Arizona Autism Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,148 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Arizona Autism Charter School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 183 students, Arizona Autism Charter School 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 Arizona Autism Charter School 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.

Arizona Autism Charter School 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-2.57 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-23.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile11th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$31,388
Chronic Absenteeism86.3%

Arizona Autism Charter School — Students at Arizona Autism Charter School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.5% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 13.4% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2014
Math
30%
ELA
10%
2015
Math
34.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
15%
2018
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2019
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
12%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Arizona Autism Charter School Compares

See how Arizona Autism Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
43th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Location

4125 N 14TH ST, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Arizona Autism Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Montecito Community School (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Self Development Academy-Phoenix (rated 6.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Madison Camelview Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus Phoenix 0.0 mi 5.7
Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School Phoenix 0.1 mi 6.1
Arizona Autism Charter School-Online K-8 Phoenix 0.1 mi 5.3
Self Development Academy-Phoenix Phoenix 0.1 mi 6.7
Longview Elementary School Phoenix 0.3 mi 5.8
Madison Highland Prep Phoenix 0.4 mi 9.3
Madison Park School Phoenix 0.4 mi 5.4
Montecito Community School Phoenix 0.8 mi 7.2
Loma Linda Elementary School Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.6
Madison Camelview Elementary Phoenix 0.9 mi 6.5
XAVIER COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.4
North High School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.4
HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.4
Phoenix Modern Phoenix 1.2 mi 2.8
Learning Institute The Phoenix 1.4 mi 4.3
BASIS Phoenix Central Primary Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.9
International Commerce High School - Phoenix Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.4
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Phoenix 1.3 mi 6.1
BROPHY COLLEGE PREPARATORY Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.2
Madison #1 Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85014 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,995

Median Home Value

$447,500

Median Rent

$1,339/mo

Population

26,215

College Educated

42.6%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

10.3%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Arizona Autism Charter School

What grades does Arizona Autism Charter School serve?

Arizona Autism Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Arizona Autism Charter School?

Arizona Autism Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.

How does Arizona Autism Charter School rank in AZ?

Arizona Autism Charter School ranks #1,148 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Arizona Autism Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Arizona Autism Charter School 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 Arizona Autism Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Arizona Autism Charter School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 13% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Arizona Autism Charter School a charter school?

Yes, Arizona Autism Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Arizona Autism Charter School a Title I school?

No, Arizona Autism Charter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
77 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
183
Type
special_ed
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
86.3%

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