Needs Improvement
#1846 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School
High School · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School (79876)
728 E MCDOWELL RD, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Enrollment
190
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
190
Score
3.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,846 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#369 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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About Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School (79876). Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School serves approximately 190 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,846 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.8 · Needs Improvement
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 190 students, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit 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 Summit 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 Summit 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
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Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School — Students at Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.9/10.
How Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School Compares
See how Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
728 E MCDOWELL RD, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Phoenix Union Bioscience High School (rated 9.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ASU Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arizona School For The Arts (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,742
Median Home Value
$376,600
Median Rent
$1,168/mo
Population
22,081
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
39.5%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
22.6%
Median Age
33.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School
What grades does Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School serve?
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School?
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School has an enrollment of approximately 190 students.
How does Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School rank in AZ?
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School ranks #1,846 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 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 Summit High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School a charter school?
Yes, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit 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 Summit High School a Title I school?
No, Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 190
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (602) 258-8959
- 4-Year Graduation
- 12.0%
Resources & Links
District
Kaizen Education Foundation dba Summit High School (79876)- District Enrollment
- 190
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,157
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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