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#1641 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Camelback Academy

Elementary School · Camelback Education Inc (79905)

7634 W CAMELBACK RD, Glendale, AZ 85303

Charter

Enrollment

601

Score

4.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,641 of 2,006

In Glendale

#62 of 82

public schools

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Camelback Academy

4.6/10

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

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3.4/10

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About Camelback Academy

Camelback Academy is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Camelback Education Inc (79905). Camelback Academy serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Camelback Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,641 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Camelback Academy show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Camelback 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.

42% of students at Camelback Academy 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 Progress4.6Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.79 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment4.7Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$11,373
Chronic Absenteeism42.4%

Camelback Academy — Students at Camelback Academy score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
50%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
19%
ELA
23%
2015
Math
15%
ELA
24%
2016
Math
18%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2021*
Math
20%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
19%
ELA
25%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Camelback Academy Compares

See how Camelback Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.6/10
18th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.7/10
Below Average

Location

7634 W CAMELBACK RD, Glendale, AZ 85303

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Camelback Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Starlight Park College Preparatory and Community School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science Camelback (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William C Jack School (rated 5.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Bicentennial South School Glendale 0.6 mi 3.4
Tomahawk School Phoenix 0.7 mi 4.7
Premier Charter High School Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.3
ACCLAIM Academy Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.5
Edison School of Innovation Glendale 0.9 mi 4.7
Heatherbrae School Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.8
Estrella Middle School Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.0
Discovery School Glendale 1.4 mi 4.5
Sunset Ridge Elementary School Glendale 1.3 mi 4.9
Academy of Math and Science Camelback Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.6
West-MEC - Independence High School Glendale 1.6 mi
Independence High School Glendale 1.6 mi 6.9
Starlight Park College Preparatory and Community School Phoenix 1.6 mi 5.7
Don Mensendick School Glendale 1.4 mi 4.4
Holiday Park School Phoenix 1.4 mi 3.5
William C Jack School Glendale 1.4 mi 5.6
Westland School Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.4
Challenger Middle School Glendale 1.7 mi 5.4
G. Frank Davidson Phoenix 1.7 mi 5.3
Trevor Browne High School Phoenix 1.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85303 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,077

Median Home Value

$286,800

Median Rent

$1,476/mo

Population

34,769

College Educated

13.6%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

31.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.1%

Median Age

30.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Camelback Academy

What grades does Camelback Academy serve?

Camelback Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Camelback Academy?

Camelback Academy has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.

How does Camelback Academy rank in AZ?

Camelback Academy ranks #1,641 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Camelback Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Camelback Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Camelback Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Camelback Academy has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Camelback Academy a charter school?

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

Is Camelback Academy a Title I school?

No, Camelback Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
39 Some Transit
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
601
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
42.4%

District

Camelback Education Inc (79905)
District Enrollment
601
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,373
District Rank
#1 of 1

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