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Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School

High School · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School (79882)

3660 W GLENDALE AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Charter

Enrollment

375

Score

4.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,770 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#350 of 422

public schools

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School

4.1/10

High School in Phoenix · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School (79882). Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,770 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.1 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School 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.

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics1.2Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-35.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile0th
College Readiness2.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate17%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$11,895

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School — Students at Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 12.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 21.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
12%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
12%
ELA
32%
2011
Math
17%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2013
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2016
Math
7.5%
ELA
2.5%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
12%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
12%
2020*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2021*
Math
5%
ELA
5%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School Compares

See how Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in AZ
Academic
1.2/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

3660 W GLENDALE AVE, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Glenview College Preparatory High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy (rated 4.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Career and College Prep (rated 3.6/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix 0.6 mi 9.0
Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix 0.6 mi 6.7
Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.0
Catalina Ventura School Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.5
Ocotillo School Phoenix 0.7 mi 6.5
Roadrunner Elementary School Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.6
Career and College Prep Phoenix 0.9 mi 3.6
GLENVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Phoenix 0.8 mi 5.7
CASA Academy Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.7
ST LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL Glendale 1.1 mi 5.9
Barcelona Elementary School Glendale 1.1 mi 4.4
Ombudsman - Charter Metro Glendale 1.1 mi 3.4
Academy of Math and Science Glendale Tucson 1.1 mi 7.0
Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.1
Cordova Elementary School Phoenix 1.5 mi 5.0
Glenview College Preparatory High School Phoenix 1.4 mi 7.1
Bennett Academy Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.2
GOMPERS PRIVATE SCHOOL Phoenix 1.3 mi
HI-STAR CENTER FOR CHILDREN Phoenix 1.5 mi 6.7
Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy Glendale 1.4 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,665

Median Home Value

$288,300

Median Rent

$1,256/mo

Population

45,484

College Educated

19.8%

Homeownership

54.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

34.8

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ThrivePoint Online High School Glendale, AZ 4.2
Ombudsman - Charter Valencia Tucson, AZ 3.9
STAR Academic High School Tucson, AZ 4.3
Skyline D5 Peoria, AZ 4.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School

What grades does Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School serve?

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School?

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.

How does Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School rank in AZ?

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School ranks #1,770 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School a charter school?

Yes, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School a Title I school?

No, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Maya High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
62 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
375
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
4-Year Graduation
17.0%

District

Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School (79882)
District Enrollment
375
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,895
District Rank
#1 of 1

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