Very Good
#398 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 20% in state
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus
Elementary School · Somerset Academy Arizona Inc. (1000160)
14900 W VAN BUREN ST, Goodyear, AZ 85338
Enrollment
172
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
172
Score
7.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#398 of 2,006
In Goodyear
#3 of 15
public schools
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Somerset Academy Skyway Campus
Elementary School in Goodyear · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Somerset Academy Skyway Campus
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus is a public elementary school in Goodyear, AZ, part of Somerset Academy Arizona Inc. (1000160). Somerset Academy Skyway Campus serves approximately 172 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Somerset Academy Skyway Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #398 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Somerset Academy Skyway Campus show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 172 students, Somerset Academy Skyway Campus 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.
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus 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.
41% of students at Somerset Academy Skyway Campus 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
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Somerset Academy Skyway Campus — Students at Somerset Academy Skyway Campus score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 6 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 10.0/10.
How Somerset Academy Skyway Campus Compares
See how Somerset Academy Skyway Campus performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
14900 W VAN BUREN ST, Goodyear, AZ 85338
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Somerset Academy Skyway Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wildflower Accelerated Academy (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Centerra Mirage STEM Academy (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Goodyear, see our Goodyear schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Centerra Mirage STEM Academy Goodyear | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Trivium Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Trivium Prep Phoenix | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| BASIS Goodyear Scottsdale | 1.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BASIS Goodyear Primary Scottsdale | 1.4 mi | 5.4 |
| West-MEC - Desert Edge High School Goodyear | 1.5 mi | — |
| Desert Edge High School Goodyear | 1.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI IN THE PARK Goodyear | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Lattie Coor Avondale | 1.6 mi | 2.2 |
| WEST VALLEY CHRISTAIN SCHOOL Goodyear | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Avondale Middle School Avondale | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Wildflower Accelerated Academy Goodyear | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| PALM VALLEY MONTESSORI L L C Goodyear | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Incito Schools Goodyear | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Goodyear | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Eliseo C. Felix School Goodyear | 1.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Desert Star Goodyear | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| VICTORY AUTISM ACADEMY Goodyear | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Estrella High School Avondale | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Michael Anderson Avondale | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85338 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,345
Median Home Value
$396,100
Median Rent
$1,822/mo
Population
64,448
College Educated
32.2%
Homeownership
76.1%
Avg Commute
31.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
37.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Montessori Academy Paradise Valley, AZ | 7.9 |
| TUCSON HEBREW ACADEMY Tucson, AZ | 7.9 |
| George Washington Academy Mesa, AZ | 8.0 |
| Morristown Elementary School Morristown, AZ | 8.0 |
| Park Elementary School Holbrook, AZ | 8.0 |
| George Gervin Prep Academy Tempe, AZ | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Somerset Academy Skyway Campus
What grades does Somerset Academy Skyway Campus serve?
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Somerset Academy Skyway Campus?
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus has an enrollment of approximately 172 students.
How does Somerset Academy Skyway Campus rank in AZ?
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus ranks #398 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Somerset Academy Skyway Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Somerset Academy Skyway Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Somerset Academy Skyway Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Somerset Academy Skyway Campus has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2022).
Is Somerset Academy Skyway Campus a charter school?
Yes, Somerset Academy Skyway Campus is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Somerset Academy Skyway Campus a Title I school?
No, Somerset Academy Skyway Campus is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 172
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.7%
- Phone
- (602) 208-4629
Resources & Links
District
Somerset Academy Arizona Inc. (1000160)- District Enrollment
- 172
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,255
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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