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Very Good

#427 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 21% in state

Challenge Charter School

Elementary School · Challenge School Inc. (6362)

5801 W GREENBRIAR DR, Glendale, AZ 85308

Charter

Enrollment

392

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#427 of 2,006

In Glendale

#10 of 82

public schools

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Challenge Charter School

7.8/10

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

Desert Heights Charter School

6.8/10

0.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.7/10

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About Challenge Charter School

Challenge Charter School is a public elementary school in Glendale, AZ, part of Challenge School Inc. (6362). Challenge Charter School serves approximately 392 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Challenge Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #427 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Challenge Charter School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.4 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Challenge 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 Progress7.1Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency66% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$10,323
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Challenge Charter School — Students at Challenge Charter School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.1% (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
92%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
93%
ELA
99.5%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
68%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
71%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2021*
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2022
Math
68%
ELA
63%

* 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: 7.1/10.

How Challenge Charter School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
79th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
7.1/10
Very Good
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good

Location

5801 W GREENBRIAR DR, Glendale, AZ 85308

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Challenge Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Traditional Academy at Bellair (rated 9.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Lakes School (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenbrier Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Desert Heights Charter School Glendale 0.6 mi 6.8
Greenbrier Elementary School Glendale 0.6 mi 7.7
Canyon Elementary School Glendale 0.7 mi 7.7
Sunflower School Glendale 0.7 mi
Desert Sky Middle School Glendale 0.9 mi 5.6
Intelli-School Glendale Glendale 0.9 mi 5.8
Deer Valley High School Glendale 1.1 mi 7.5
Deer Valley Academy Phoenix 1.1 mi
West-MEC - Deer Valley High School Glendale 1.1 mi
Foothills Elementary School Glendale 1.2 mi 4.5
Highland Lakes School Glendale 1.3 mi 8.8
Cactus High School Glendale 1.3 mi 6.5
ThrivePoint High School at Grovers Glendale 1.3 mi 3.1
ThrivePoint Online High School Glendale 1.3 mi 4.2
Traditional Academy at Bellair Glendale 1.3 mi 9.4
AUTISM ACADEMY FOR EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT Glendale 1.4 mi 7.0
Pioneer Elementary School Glendale 1.7 mi 6.2
Kachina Elementary School Glendale 1.9 mi 4.7
Peoria eCampus Peoria 1.9 mi 5.9
Mountain Shadows Elementary School Glendale 2.1 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,512

Median Home Value

$420,100

Median Rent

$1,777/mo

Population

65,159

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Challenge Charter School

What grades does Challenge Charter School serve?

Challenge Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Challenge Charter School?

Challenge Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 392 students.

How does Challenge Charter School rank in AZ?

Challenge Charter School ranks #427 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Challenge Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?

Challenge Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Challenge Charter School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Challenge Charter School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Challenge Charter School a charter school?

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

Is Challenge Charter School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
392
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Challenge School Inc. (6362)
District Enrollment
392
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,323
District Rank
#1 of 1

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