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#1269 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Colegio Petite Arizona
Elementary School · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Colegio Petite Pho (92989)
7878 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Enrollment
262
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
262
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,269 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#237 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Colegio Petite Arizona
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About Colegio Petite Arizona
Colegio Petite Arizona is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Colegio Petite Pho (92989). Colegio Petite Arizona serves approximately 262 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th. Colegio Petite Arizona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,269 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Colegio Petite Arizona show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Colegio Petite Arizona 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.
Colegio Petite Arizona 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.
46% of students at Colegio Petite Arizona 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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Colegio Petite Arizona — Students at Colegio Petite Arizona score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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: 8.6/10.
How Colegio Petite Arizona Compares
See how Colegio Petite Arizona performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
7878 N. 16th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Colegio Petite Arizona may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mexicayotl Charter School (rated 9.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores notably higher. Another option is Little Red Schoolhouse (rated 8.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Robert Bracker Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Nogales), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Elementary School Nogales | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| A J Mitchell Elementary School Nogales | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| EdOptions Preparatory Academy Tempe | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Wade Carpenter Middle School Nogales | 0.8 mi | 3.2 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Nogales | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Pierson High School Nogales | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| NUSD Online Nogales | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Nogales | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School Tempe | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Mexicayotl Charter School Nogales | 1.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Mary L Welty Elementary School Nogales | 1.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Challenger Elementary School Nogales | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Nogales High School Nogales | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SONSHINE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Nogales | 2.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Francisco Vasquez De Coronado Elementary School Nogales | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Little Red Schoolhouse Nogales | 4.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Desert Shadows Middle School Nogales | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Robert Bracker Elementary Nogales | 4.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Calabasas School Rio Rico | 6.7 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,412
Median Home Value
$400,800
Median Rent
$1,389/mo
Population
33,934
College Educated
42.7%
Homeownership
54.1%
Avg Commute
22.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
43.9
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| Festival Foothills Elementary School Buckeye, AZ | 5.6 |
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| Huachuca City School Tombstone, AZ | 5.5 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Gilbert Arts Academy Gilbert, AZ | 5.5 |
| Maxine O Bush Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 5.5 |
| Miles-Exploratory Learning Center Tucson, AZ | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Colegio Petite Arizona
What grades does Colegio Petite Arizona serve?
Colegio Petite Arizona serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Colegio Petite Arizona?
Colegio Petite Arizona has an enrollment of approximately 262 students.
How does Colegio Petite Arizona rank in AZ?
Colegio Petite Arizona ranks #1,269 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Colegio Petite Arizona's MySchoolScout rating?
Colegio Petite Arizona has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Colegio Petite Arizona?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Colegio Petite Arizona has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Colegio Petite Arizona a charter school?
Yes, Colegio Petite Arizona is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Colegio Petite Arizona a Title I school?
No, Colegio Petite Arizona is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 262
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Santa Cruz County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (520) 222-9213
Resources & Links
District
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Colegio Petite Pho (92989)- District Enrollment
- 262
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,953
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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