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Champion Schools

Elementary School · Fit Kids Inc. dba Champion Schools (78783)

1313 N 2ND ST, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Charter

Enrollment

527

Score

5.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,366 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#264 of 422

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Fit Kids Inc. dba Champion Schools (78783)

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Champion Schools

5.3/10

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

Nfl Yet College Prep Academy

5.5/10

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5.3/10

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About Champion Schools

Champion Schools is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Fit Kids Inc. dba Champion Schools (78783). Champion Schools serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Champion Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,366 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Champion Schools show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Champion Schools 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.

39% of students at Champion Schools 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 Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency16% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28% (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 & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$9,297
Chronic Absenteeism38.7%

Champion Schools — Students at Champion Schools 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 35.6% (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
37%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
64%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2015
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
29%
ELA
27%
2018
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2019
Math
38%
ELA
32%
2020*
Math
14%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
14%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
16%
ELA
28%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How Champion Schools Compares

See how Champion Schools performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
32th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement

Location

1313 N 2ND ST, Phoenix, AZ 85004

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Champion Schools may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South Mountain Preparatory Academy (rated 7.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science South Mountain (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Maxine O Bush Elementary School (rated 5.5/10, 0.7 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
NFL YET College Prep Academy Phoenix 0.1 mi 5.5
South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix 0.2 mi 5.3
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Quest High School Phoenix 0.2 mi 4.7
South Pointe High School Phoenix 0.3 mi 4.4
OUR LADY OF SORROW ACADEMY Phoenix 0.5 mi 7.7
Maxine O Bush Elementary School Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.5
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 0.9 mi 4.4
C O Greenfield School Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.1
Valley View School Phoenix 0.9 mi 5.5
John F Kennedy Elementary School Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.6
South Mountain Preparatory Academy Phoenix 1.1 mi 7.1
V H Lassen Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.4
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary Tempe 1.3 mi 4.5
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate Tempe 1.4 mi 4.2
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy Phoenix 1.2 mi 4.7
Academy of Math and Science South Mountain Tucson 1.2 mi 7.1
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.0
Southwest Elementary School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.5
South Mountain High School Phoenix 1.6 mi 4.6
Sunland Elementary School Phoenix 1.7 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,250

Median Home Value

$365,500

Median Rent

$1,759/mo

Population

11,178

College Educated

59.4%

Homeownership

23.6%

Avg Commute

21 min

Poverty Rate

22.7%

Median Age

28.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Champion Schools

What grades does Champion Schools serve?

Champion Schools serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Champion Schools?

Champion Schools has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

How does Champion Schools rank in AZ?

Champion Schools ranks #1,366 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Champion Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Champion Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 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 Champion Schools?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Champion Schools has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Champion Schools a charter school?

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

Is Champion Schools a Title I school?

No, Champion Schools is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
64 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
70 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
527
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.7%

District

Fit Kids Inc. dba Champion Schools (78783)
District Enrollment
1,352
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,297
District Rank
#3 of 3

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