Average
#874 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 44% in state
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8
Elementary School · Center for Academic Success Inc. (4191)
900 CARMELITA DR, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Enrollment
372
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
372
Score
6.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#874 of 2,006
In Sierra Vista
#6 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Center for Academic Success Inc. (4191)
Academic performance
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8
Elementary School in Sierra Vista · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 is a public elementary school in Sierra Vista, AZ, part of Center for Academic Success Inc. (4191). Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 serves approximately 372 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #874 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 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.
43% of students at Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 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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Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 — Students at Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 score 37% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
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: 6.8/10.
How Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 Compares
See how Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
900 CARMELITA DR, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. General Myer Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Another option is Colonel Smith Middle School (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Fort Huachuca), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Huachuca Mountain Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sierra Vista, see our Sierra Vista schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,822
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$985/mo
Population
34,958
College Educated
31.2%
Homeownership
60.8%
Avg Commute
17.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.3%
Median Age
39.8
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| Boulder Creek Elementary Mesa, AZ | 6.6 |
| Champion San Tan Scottsdale, AZ | 6.6 |
| Copper Creek Elementary School Tucson, AZ | 6.6 |
| Cottonwood Community School Cottonwood, AZ | 6.6 |
| Cradleboard School Whiteriver, AZ | 6.6 |
| Desert View Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8
What grades does Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 serve?
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8?
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 has an enrollment of approximately 372 students.
How does Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 rank in AZ?
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 ranks #874 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8's MySchoolScout rating?
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 a charter school?
Yes, Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 a Title I school?
No, Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 372
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cochise County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 43.3%
- Phone
- (520) 439-3518
Resources & Links
District
Center for Academic Success Inc. (4191)- District Enrollment
- 1,135
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,814
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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