Needs Improvement
#1921 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Ombudsman - Charter Metro
High School · Ombudsman Educational Services Ltd.a subsidiary (4323)
7910 N. 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301
Enrollment
223
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
223
Score
3.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,921 of 2,006
In Glendale
#78 of 82
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
Ombudsman Educational Services Ltd.a subsidiary (4323)
Academic growth
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Ombudsman - Charter Metro
High School in Glendale · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ombudsman - Charter Metro
Ombudsman - Charter Metro is a public high school in Glendale, AZ, part of Ombudsman Educational Services Ltd.a subsidiary (4323). Ombudsman - Charter Metro serves approximately 223 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Ombudsman - Charter Metro has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,921 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Ombudsman - Charter Metro show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.3
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Ombudsman - Charter Metro 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.
Ombudsman - Charter Metro 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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Ombudsman - Charter Metro — Students at Ombudsman - Charter Metro 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: 7.4/10.
How Ombudsman - Charter Metro Compares
See how Ombudsman - Charter Metro performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
7910 N. 43rd Avenue, Glendale, AZ 85301
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ombudsman - Charter Metro may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Apollo High School (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Glendale Union Online (rated 5.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy (rated 4.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glendale Union High School District Online Learning Academy Glendale | 0.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Glendale Union Online Glendale | 0.3 mi | 5.0 |
| West-MEC - Apollo High School Glendale | 0.4 mi | — |
| Apollo High School Glendale | 0.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Roadrunner Elementary School Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Palo Verde Middle School Phoenix | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Manzanita Elementary School Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Academy of Math and Science Glendale Tucson | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Horizon School Glendale | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy Glendale | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| GLENVIEW ADVENTIST ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba Maya High School Phoenix | 1.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Barcelona Elementary School Glendale | 1.3 mi | 4.4 |
| CASA Academy Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ST LOUIS THE KING SCHOOL Glendale | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Global Academy of Phoenix Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Valencia Newcomer School Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Elementary Phoenix | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| Catalina Ventura School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,422
Median Home Value
$218,100
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
66,970
College Educated
11%
Homeownership
39.4%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
29%
Median Age
29.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CRUHSD Academy Bullhead City, AZ | 3.3 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba El Dorado High School Chandler, AZ | 3.3 |
| East Valley Academy Mesa, AZ | 3.6 |
| PPEP TEC - Raul H. Castro Learning Center Tucson, AZ | 3.6 |
| Pinnacle Online High School Tempe, AZ | 3.1 |
| Kingman Online Learning Academy (KOLA) High School Kingman, AZ | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ombudsman - Charter Metro
What grades does Ombudsman - Charter Metro serve?
Ombudsman - Charter Metro serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ombudsman - Charter Metro?
Ombudsman - Charter Metro has an enrollment of approximately 223 students.
How does Ombudsman - Charter Metro rank in AZ?
Ombudsman - Charter Metro ranks #1,921 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Ombudsman - Charter Metro's MySchoolScout rating?
Ombudsman - Charter Metro has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Ombudsman - Charter Metro?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ombudsman - Charter Metro has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Ombudsman - Charter Metro a charter school?
Yes, Ombudsman - Charter Metro is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ombudsman - Charter Metro a Title I school?
No, Ombudsman - Charter Metro is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 223
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 842-6157
- 4-Year Graduation
- 17.0%
Resources & Links
District
Ombudsman Educational Services Ltd.a subsidiary (4323)- District Enrollment
- 1,520
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,510
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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