Below Average
#1743 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Calibre Academy Surprise
Elementary School · Calibre Academy (79055)
15688 W ACOMA DR, Surprise, AZ 85379
Enrollment
530
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
530
Score
4.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,743 of 2,006
In Surprise
#23 of 23
public schools
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Calibre Academy Surprise
Elementary School in Surprise · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Calibre Academy Surprise
Calibre Academy Surprise is a public elementary school in Surprise, AZ, part of Calibre Academy (79055). Calibre Academy Surprise serves approximately 530 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Calibre Academy Surprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,743 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Calibre Academy Surprise show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Calibre Academy Surprise 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.
48% of students at Calibre Academy Surprise 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
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Calibre Academy Surprise — Students at Calibre Academy Surprise score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 3.5/10.
How Calibre Academy Surprise Compares
See how Calibre Academy Surprise performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
15688 W ACOMA DR, Surprise, AZ 85379
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Calibre Academy Surprise may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Freedom Traditional Academy (rated 9.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Imagine Rosefield (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Legacy Traditional School - Surprise (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Surprise, see our Surprise schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Highland Prep Surprise | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Countryside Elementary School Surprise | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| West-MEC - Valley Vista High School Surprise | 0.8 mi | — |
| Valley Vista High School Surprise | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Ashton Ranch Middle School Surprise | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Freedom Traditional Academy Surprise | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Surprise Glendale | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Marley Park Elementary Surprise | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Kingswood Elementary School Surprise | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Cimarron Springs Middle School Surprise | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Surprise Surprise | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Sonoran Heights Middle School Surprise | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Imagine Rosefield Surprise | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Rancho Gabriela Surprise | 2.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Canyon Ridge School Surprise | 2.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Legacy Traditional School - West Surprise Chandler | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85379 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$102,823
Median Home Value
$413,500
Median Rent
$1,944/mo
Population
49,735
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
74.9%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
34.3
Similar Schools
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| Desert Palms Elementary School Glendale, AZ | 4.2 |
| Douglas Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.2 |
| Fowler Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
| Pioneer Preparatory - A Challenge Foundation Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
| Robles Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 4.2 |
| ST VINCENT DE PAUL CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix, AZ | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Calibre Academy Surprise
What grades does Calibre Academy Surprise serve?
Calibre Academy Surprise serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Calibre Academy Surprise?
Calibre Academy Surprise has an enrollment of approximately 530 students.
How does Calibre Academy Surprise rank in AZ?
Calibre Academy Surprise ranks #1,743 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Calibre Academy Surprise's MySchoolScout rating?
Calibre Academy Surprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Calibre Academy Surprise?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Calibre Academy Surprise has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Calibre Academy Surprise a charter school?
Yes, Calibre Academy Surprise is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Calibre Academy Surprise a Title I school?
No, Calibre Academy Surprise is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 530
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.3%
- Phone
- (623) 556-2179
Resources & Links
District
Calibre Academy (79055)- District Enrollment
- 530
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,337
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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