Very Good
#634 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 32% in state
Star Charter School
Elementary School · Painted Desert Demonstration Projects Inc. (79086)
145 LEUPP RD, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Enrollment
106
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
106
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#634 of 2,006
In Flagstaff
#9 of 25
public schools
School environment
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Star Charter School
Elementary School in Flagstaff · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Star Charter School
Star Charter School is a public elementary school in Flagstaff, AZ, part of Painted Desert Demonstration Projects Inc. (79086). Star Charter School serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Star Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #634 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Star Charter School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 106 students, Star Charter 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 Star Charter 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.
Star Charter 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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Star Charter School — Students at Star Charter School score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
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: 8.5/10.
How Star Charter School Compares
See how Star Charter School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
145 LEUPP RD, Flagstaff, AZ 86004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Star Charter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sturgeon Cromer Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 12.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Pine Forest School (rated 7.5/10, 18.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Weitzel's Puente de Hozho Bilingual Magnet School (rated 6.1/10, 18.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Flagstaff, see our Flagstaff schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.1 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 86004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$77,486
Median Home Value
$464,100
Median Rent
$1,611/mo
Population
36,893
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
63.2%
Avg Commute
18.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sierra Vista, AZ | 7.3 |
| Kiser Elementary School Gila Bend, AZ | 7.3 |
| La Tierra Community School Prescott, AZ | 7.3 |
| Montessori Schoolhouse Tucson, AZ | 7.3 |
| PHOENIX HEBREW ACADEMY Phoenix, AZ | 7.3 |
| Aguila Elementary School Aguila, AZ | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Star Charter School
What grades does Star Charter School serve?
Star Charter School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Star Charter School?
Star Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.
How does Star Charter School rank in AZ?
Star Charter School ranks #634 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Star Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Star Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Star Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Star Charter School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Star Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Star Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Star Charter School a Title I school?
No, Star Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 106
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Coconino County
- Phone
- (928) 415-4157
Resources & Links
District
Painted Desert Demonstration Projects Inc. (79086)- District Enrollment
- 106
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,905
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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