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#845 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 42% in state
Casa Academy
Elementary School · CASA Academy (91934)
1500 W MARYLAND AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Enrollment
354
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
354
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#845 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#150 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Casa Academy
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Casa Academy
Casa Academy is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of CASA Academy (91934). Casa Academy serves approximately 354 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Casa Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #845 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Casa Academy show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Casa 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.
Casa 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.
36% of students at Casa 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
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Casa Academy — Students at Casa Academy score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 8 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Casa Academy Compares
See how Casa Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1500 W MARYLAND AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Casa Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Global Academy of Phoenix (rated 9.0/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy (rated 6.8/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Valencia Newcomer School (rated 6.7/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Alta Vista Elementary School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Roadrunner Elementary School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Cortez High School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| West-MEC - Cortez High School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | — |
| Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Washington Elementary School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 3.8 |
| Ombudsman - Charter Metro Glendale | 1.2 mi | 3.4 |
| ThrivePoint High School at Metro Glendale | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Ocotillo School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Cactus Wren Elementary School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale | 1.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy Glendale | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Glendale Union Online Glendale | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| ACCEL Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85015 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,585
Median Home Value
$312,600
Median Rent
$1,227/mo
Population
42,444
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
25.6 min
Poverty Rate
23.3%
Median Age
31.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Ball Charter Schools (Val Vista) Gilbert, AZ | 6.7 |
| Bonnie Brennan School Winslow, AZ | 6.7 |
| Bravie T. Soto Elementary School Somerton, AZ | 6.7 |
| Fort Thomas Elementary School Fort Thomas, AZ | 6.7 |
| Galveston Elementary School Chandler, AZ | 6.7 |
| Leonor Hambly K-8 Winkelman, AZ | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Casa Academy
What grades does Casa Academy serve?
Casa Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Casa Academy?
Casa Academy has an enrollment of approximately 354 students.
How does Casa Academy rank in AZ?
Casa Academy ranks #845 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Casa Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Casa Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Casa Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Casa Academy has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 14% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Casa Academy a charter school?
Yes, Casa Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Casa Academy a Title I school?
No, Casa Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 354
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.4%
- Phone
- (602) 892-5022
Resources & Links
District
CASA Academy (91934)- District Enrollment
- 354
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,886
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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