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#1600 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School

High School · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Tempe Accelerated (79878)

217 E OLYMPIC DR, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Charter

Enrollment

81

Score

4.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,600 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#313 of 422

public schools

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School

4.7/10

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 Quest High School

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Tempe Accelerated (79878). Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,600 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School show 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.5 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 4.7 · Below Average
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest 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 Quest 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 Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.83 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-28.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness2.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate15%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$13,898

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School — Students at Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 18.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 29.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
15%
ELA
49.5%
2010
Math
10%
ELA
34.5%
2011
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2012
Math
30%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
10%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
10%
ELA
10%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.

How Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.7/10
20th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
6.1/10
Average
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

217 E OLYMPIC DR, Phoenix, AZ 85042

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NFL YET College Prep Academy (rated 5.5/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Paideia Liberal Arts Academy (rated 4.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Mountain High School (rated 4.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
South Pointe Junior High School Phoenix 0.0 mi 5.3
NFL YET College Prep Academy Phoenix 0.1 mi 5.5
Champion Schools Phoenix 0.2 mi 5.3
South Pointe High School Phoenix 0.2 mi 4.4
Maxine O Bush Elementary School Phoenix 0.6 mi 5.5
OUR LADY OF SORROW ACADEMY Phoenix 0.7 mi 7.7
Valley View School Phoenix 0.7 mi 5.5
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 1.0 mi 4.4
C O Greenfield School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.1
V H Lassen Elementary School Phoenix 1.0 mi 5.4
John F Kennedy Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 3.6
South Mountain Preparatory Academy Phoenix 1.3 mi 7.1
Southwest Elementary School Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.5
Academy of Math and Science South Mountain Tucson 1.1 mi 7.1
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary Tempe 1.4 mi 4.5
ASU Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate Tempe 1.5 mi 4.2
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy Phoenix 1.3 mi 4.7
The Paideia Academy of South Phoenix Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.0
John R Davis School Phoenix 1.6 mi 6.8
South Mountain High School Phoenix 1.7 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85042 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$86,837

Median Home Value

$353,400

Median Rent

$1,495/mo

Population

45,575

College Educated

31.7%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

25.5 min

Poverty Rate

15.2%

Median Age

34.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School

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

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

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

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

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

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School ranks #1,600 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

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

Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Quest High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School has 19% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Yes, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest 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 Quest High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
81
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
4-Year Graduation
15.0%

District

Kaizen Education Foundation dba Tempe Accelerated (79878)
District Enrollment
81
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,898
District Rank
#1 of 1

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