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#999 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 50% in state
Children First Leadership Academy
Elementary School · Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Ranch School (81052)
1460 S HORNE, Mesa, AZ 85204
Enrollment
121
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
121
Score
6.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#999 of 2,006
In Mesa
#63 of 129
public schools
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Children First Leadership Academy
Children First Leadership Academy is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Ranch School (81052). Children First Leadership Academy serves approximately 121 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Children First Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #999 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Children First Leadership Academy show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 121 students, Children First Leadership Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Children First Leadership 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.
Children First Leadership 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.
Score Breakdown
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Children First Leadership Academy — Students at Children First Leadership Academy score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
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: 8.3/10.
How Children First Leadership Academy Compares
See how Children First Leadership Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1460 S HORNE, Mesa, AZ 85204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Children First Leadership Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Augustus H. Shaw Montessori (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Faith North Early Childhood Learning Center (rated 7.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Irene Lopez School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,474
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,426/mo
Population
65,018
College Educated
19.6%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Children First Leadership Academy
What grades does Children First Leadership Academy serve?
Children First Leadership Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Children First Leadership Academy?
Children First Leadership Academy has an enrollment of approximately 121 students.
How does Children First Leadership Academy rank in AZ?
Children First Leadership Academy ranks #999 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Children First Leadership Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Children First Leadership Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 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 Children First Leadership Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Children First Leadership Academy has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 19% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Children First Leadership Academy a charter school?
Yes, Children First Leadership Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Children First Leadership Academy a Title I school?
No, Children First Leadership Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 121
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 74.4%
- Phone
- (602) 712-0500
Resources & Links
District
Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Ranch School (81052)- District Enrollment
- 121
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,520
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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