Needs Improvement
#1847 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Choice Learning Academy
Middle School · Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
5330 N 23RD AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
4th – 8th
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
3.8
Grades
4th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,847 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#370 of 422
public schools
In district
#10 of 16
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)
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Choice Learning Academy
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About Choice Learning Academy
Choice Learning Academy is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Alhambra Elementary District (4280). Choice Learning Academy serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades 4th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Choice Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,847 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Choice Learning Academy show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.8
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at Choice Learning 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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Choice Learning Academy — Students at Choice Learning Academy score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
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: 3.0/10.
How Choice Learning Academy Compares
See how Choice Learning Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5330 N 23RD AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85015
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Choice Learning Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Pensar Academy (rated 7.1/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Litchfield Park), which scores notably higher. Another option is Osborn Middle School (rated 4.5/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Imagine Camelback Middle (rated 3.7/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Empower College Prep Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Empower College Prep High School Phoenix | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Alhambra Traditional School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Westwood Elementary School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Imagine Camelback Elementary Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Imagine Camelback Middle Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Pensar Academy Litchfield Park | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| Synergy Public School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 2.3 |
| Midtown Primary School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| SS SIMON AND JUDE CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Bennett Academy Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Solano School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 3.1 |
| Maryland Elementary School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| GOMPERS PRIVATE SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.3 mi | — |
| AmeriSchools Academy - Camelback Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Granada Elementary School-East Campus Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Washington High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| BOURGADE CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| West-MEC - Washington High School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | — |
| Osborn Middle School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Choice Learning Academy
What grades does Choice Learning Academy serve?
Choice Learning Academy serves students in grades 4th through 8th.
How many students attend Choice Learning Academy?
Choice Learning Academy has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Choice Learning Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Choice Learning Academy is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Choice Learning Academy rank in AZ?
Choice Learning Academy ranks #1,847 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Choice Learning Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Choice Learning Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Choice Learning Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Choice Learning Academy has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Choice Learning Academy a charter school?
No, Choice Learning Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Choice Learning Academy a Title I school?
No, Choice Learning Academy is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 4th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 500
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 66.2%
- Phone
- (602) 246-0699
Resources & Links
District
Alhambra Elementary District (4280)- District Enrollment
- 9,854
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,777
- District Rank
- #10 of 16
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