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#565 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 28% in state

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale

School · Archway Classical Academy Scottsdale (90857)

4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Charter

Enrollment

1,072

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#565 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#103 of 422

public schools

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale

7.4/10

School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale is a public school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Archway Classical Academy Scottsdale (90857). Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale serves approximately 1,072 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #565 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.9Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency71% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$11,082
Chronic Absenteeism14.3%

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale — Students at Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 81.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2017
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
84%
2020*
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
70%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
71%
ELA
78%

* 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 Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale Compares

See how Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
72th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.9/10
Excellent
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Location

4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale may also want to explore other schools in the area. Desert Canyon Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores notably higher. Another option is Redfield Elementary School (rated 9.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sonoran Sky Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep Phoenix 0.2 mi 8.8
NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY Scottsdale 0.5 mi 4.7
NEW COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILDREN'S MINISTRY C Scottsdale 0.9 mi
Desert Canyon Middle School Scottsdale 1.2 mi 8.3
Desert Canyon Elementary Scottsdale 1.2 mi 9.4
Redfield Elementary School Scottsdale 1.5 mi 9.4
SCOTTSDALE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Scottsdale 1.5 mi 9.0
Cheyenne Traditional School Scottsdale 1.9 mi 9.1
Copper Ridge School Scottsdale 2.3 mi 8.2
BASIS Scottsdale Primary - West Campus Scottsdale 2.3 mi 7.8
CAMELBACK DESERT SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.1 mi
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program Phoenix 3.3 mi 7.7
THUNDERBIRD CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.0 mi 6.0
THUNDERBIRD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Scottsdale 3.0 mi 7.8
THE UNITED SCHOOL OF AUTISM Scottsdale 3.6 mi 6.7
SHEPHERD OF THE DESERT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.6 mi
Sonoran Sky Elementary School Phoenix 3.3 mi 9.3
PARDES JEWISH DAY SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.4 mi 6.6
Grayhawk Elementary School Scottsdale 3.5 mi 8.1
DESERT SKY MONTESSORI Scottsdale 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,545

Median Home Value

$397,400

Median Rent

$1,205/mo

Population

4,825

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

22.6%

Avg Commute

22 min

Poverty Rate

24.2%

Median Age

34.2

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Ridgeline Academy Inc. Phoenix, AZ 8.0
BASIS Tucson Primary Tucson, AZ 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale

What grades does Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale serve?

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale?

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale has an enrollment of approximately 1,072 students.

How does Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale rank in AZ?

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale ranks #565 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale a charter school?

Yes, Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale a Title I school?

No, Great Hearts Academies - Archway Scottsdale is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
48 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
15 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
1,072
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.3%

District

Archway Classical Academy Scottsdale (90857)
District Enrollment
1,072
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,082
District Rank
#1 of 1

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