Excellent
#217 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 11% in state
Destiny School
Elementary School · Destiny School Inc. (6258)
798 E PRICKLY PEAR DR, Globe, AZ 85501
Enrollment
365
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
365
Score
8.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#217 of 2,006
In Globe
#1 of 5
public schools
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Destiny School
Elementary School in Globe · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Destiny School
Destiny School is a public elementary school in Globe, AZ, part of Destiny School Inc. (6258). Destiny School serves approximately 365 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Destiny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #217 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Destiny School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Destiny 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.
36% of students at Destiny School 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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Destiny School — Students at Destiny School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.9/10.
How Destiny School Compares
See how Destiny School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
798 E PRICKLY PEAR DR, Globe, AZ 85501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Destiny School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rice Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), a more accessible option. Another option is ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 18.3 miles away, in nearby San Carlos), a more accessible option. Additionally, Copper Rim Elementary School (rated 5.0/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Globe, see our Globe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Copper Rim Elementary School Globe | 0.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Liberty High School Globe | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Globe High School Globe | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| High Desert Middle School Globe | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Tiger Knowledge Online (TKO) Globe | 1.5 mi | — |
| CVIT - Central Campus EAC Gila Pueblo Superior | 1.8 mi | — |
| Miami Junior Senior High School Miami | 4.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Lee Kornegay Intermediate School Miami | 4.1 mi | 3.8 |
| Dr. Charles A. Bejarano Elementary School Miami | 4.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Biyaagozhoo Center Globe | 16.6 mi | — |
| San Carlos Alternative High School San Carlos | 18.0 mi | — |
| San Carlos High School San Carlos | 18.1 mi | 7.4 |
| San Carlos Middle School San Carlos | 18.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Rice Elementary School San Carlos | 18.3 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CHARLES APACHE MISSION SCHOOL San Carlos | 18.3 mi | 5.8 |
| PERIDOT-OUR SAVIOR'S LUTHERAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Peridot | 18.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Ray JR/SR High School Kearny | 24.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Ray Elementary School Kearny | 24.2 mi | 3.9 |
| John F Kennedy School Superior | 21.3 mi | 4.1 |
| CVIT - Superior High School Superior | 21.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,933
Median Home Value
$166,400
Median Rent
$934/mo
Population
12,353
College Educated
15.3%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
20.2 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
45.8
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| Benchmark School Phoenix, AZ | 8.4 |
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| Desert Springs Preparatory Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 8.4 |
| Encanto Learning Center Somerton, AZ | 8.4 |
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| Happy Valley School East Campus Mesa, AZ | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Destiny School
What grades does Destiny School serve?
Destiny School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Destiny School?
Destiny School has an enrollment of approximately 365 students.
How does Destiny School rank in AZ?
Destiny School ranks #217 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Destiny School's MySchoolScout rating?
Destiny School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Destiny School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Destiny School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Destiny School a charter school?
Yes, Destiny School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Destiny School a Title I school?
No, Destiny School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 365
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Gila County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.2%
- Phone
- (928) 425-0925
Resources & Links
District
Destiny School Inc. (6258)- District Enrollment
- 365
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,497
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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