Below Average
#1767 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Student Choice High School
High School · GAR LLC dba Student Choice High School (78997)
8194 W. Deer Valley Rd STE B10, Peoria, AZ 85382
Enrollment
235
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
235
Score
4.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,767 of 2,006
In Peoria
#37 of 39
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
GAR LLC dba Student Choice High School (78997)
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Student Choice High School
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About Student Choice High School
Student Choice High School is a public high school in Peoria, AZ, part of GAR LLC dba Student Choice High School (78997). Student Choice High School serves approximately 235 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Student Choice High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,767 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Student Choice High School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Student Choice 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.
62% of students at Student Choice High School 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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Student Choice High School — Students at Student Choice High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 22 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: 2.9/10.
How Student Choice High School Compares
See how Student Choice High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
8194 W. Deer Valley Rd STE B10, Peoria, AZ 85382
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Student Choice High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Phoenix), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mountain Ridge High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Glendale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Sunrise Mountain High School (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Peoria, see our Peoria schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Frontier Elementary School Peoria | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Sunrise Mountain High School Peoria | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Peoria Peoria | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| BLACK MOUNTAIN SCIENCE ACADEMY Peoria | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Glendale Prep Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Glendale Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 9.4 |
| GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI AT PEORIA Peoria | 0.9 mi | — |
| Coyote Hills Elementary School Peoria | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Peoria Traditional School Sun City | 0.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Sierra Verde STEAM Academy Glendale | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| Copper Creek Elementary School Glendale | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Hillcrest Middle School Glendale | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Liberty High School Peoria | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Mountain Ridge High School Glendale | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| West-MEC - Mountain Ridge High School Glendale | 1.9 mi | — |
| Sunset Heights Elementary School Peoria | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Arrowhead Elementary School Glendale | 2.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Happy Valley School Mesa | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Apache Elementary School Peoria | 2.4 mi | 8.0 |
| BAYER PRIVATE SCHOOL Glendale | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,387
Median Home Value
$408,000
Median Rent
$1,875/mo
Population
43,109
College Educated
37.9%
Homeownership
69.2%
Avg Commute
27.5 min
Poverty Rate
8.5%
Median Age
44.7
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ThrivePoint High School at Surprise Glendale, AZ | 4.1 |
| Apache Trail High School Apache Junction, AZ | 4.0 |
| Havasuonline Lake Havasu City, AZ | 4.0 |
| Hope High School Phoenix, AZ | 4.0 |
| ThrivePoint Online High School Glendale, AZ | 4.2 |
| Arizona Collegiate High School Phoenix, AZ | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Student Choice High School
What grades does Student Choice High School serve?
Student Choice High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Student Choice High School?
Student Choice High School has an enrollment of approximately 235 students.
How does Student Choice High School rank in AZ?
Student Choice High School ranks #1,767 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Student Choice High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Student Choice High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Student Choice High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Student Choice High School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is Student Choice High School a charter school?
Yes, Student Choice High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Student Choice High School a Title I school?
No, Student Choice 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
- 235
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.1%
- Phone
- (623) 242-2722
- 4-Year Graduation
- 32.0%
Resources & Links
District
GAR LLC dba Student Choice High School (78997)- District Enrollment
- 2,036
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,768
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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