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Liberty Arts Academy

Elementary School · Kaizen Education Foundation dba Liberty Arts Acade (90334)

3015 S POWER RD, Mesa, AZ 85212

Charter

Enrollment

345

Score

3.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,962 of 2,006

In Mesa

#127 of 129

public schools

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Liberty Arts Academy

3.0/10

Elementary School in Mesa · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.2/10

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2.0/10

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About Liberty Arts Academy

Liberty Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Mesa, AZ, part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Liberty Arts Acade (90334). Liberty Arts Academy serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Liberty Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,962 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Liberty Arts Academy show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares3.4 pts below AZ schools
  • This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Liberty Arts Academy 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.

52% of students at Liberty Arts Academy 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.6Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-5.27 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.7Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile28th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$12,506
Chronic Absenteeism51.9%

Liberty Arts Academy — Students at Liberty Arts Academy score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 48.2% (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
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
27%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
34%

* 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: 1.6/10.

How Liberty Arts Academy Compares

See how Liberty Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.0/10
2th percentile in AZ
Academic
4.7/10
Below Average
Growth
1.6/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Location

3015 S POWER RD, Mesa, AZ 85212

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Liberty Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Superstition Springs Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carol Rae Ranch Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Towne Meadows Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesa, see our Mesa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Highland Jr High School Mesa 0.3 mi 7.2
Freedom Prep Academy - Mesa Gilbert 0.3 mi 2.0
Superstition Springs Elementary Mesa 0.6 mi 8.8
Astravo Online Academy Mesa 0.7 mi 3.0
Astravo Online Academy Mesa 0.7 mi 4.9
EVIT - Highland High School Gilbert 0.7 mi
Highland High School Gilbert 0.7 mi 7.8
Leman Academy of Excellence East Mesa Tucson 0.9 mi 4.1
LUMOS ARTS ACADEMY Mesa 1.2 mi 6.6
Towne Meadows Elementary School Gilbert 1.2 mi 8.4
AMERICAN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY VIRTUAL Mesa 1.4 mi 4.7
A PLACE 4 EVERYONE LEARNING CENTER Mesa 1.4 mi 6.7
Noah Webster Schools- Mesa Mesa 1.4 mi 7.1
San Tan Charter School Gilbert 1.3 mi 5.3
Highland Park Elementary Gilbert 1.5 mi 8.4
Carol Rae Ranch Elementary Gilbert 1.6 mi 8.5
Boulder Creek Elementary Mesa 1.5 mi 6.6
Learning Foundation and Performing Arts Gilbert Gilbert 2.0 mi 5.2
Learning Foundation and Performing Arts Warner Gilbert 2.1 mi 7.1
Elona P. Cooley Early Child Development Center Gilbert 2.4 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85212 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$123,404

Median Home Value

$530,700

Median Rent

$2,024/mo

Population

50,427

College Educated

42%

Homeownership

84.7%

Avg Commute

30.3 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Liberty Arts Academy

What grades does Liberty Arts Academy serve?

Liberty Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Liberty Arts Academy?

Liberty Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.

How does Liberty Arts Academy rank in AZ?

Liberty Arts Academy ranks #1,962 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Liberty Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Liberty Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Liberty Arts Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Liberty Arts Academy has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Liberty Arts Academy a charter school?

Yes, Liberty Arts Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Liberty Arts Academy a Title I school?

No, Liberty Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
345
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
51.9%

District

Kaizen Education Foundation dba Liberty Arts Acade (90334)
District Enrollment
345
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,506
District Rank
#1 of 1

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