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#1183 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Sun Valley Academy
Elementary School · Sun Valley Academy - South Mountain Inc. (90192)
2675 W BASELINE RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Enrollment
580
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
580
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,183 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#207 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Sun Valley Academy
Elementary School in Phoenix · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sun Valley Academy
Sun Valley Academy is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Sun Valley Academy - South Mountain Inc. (90192). Sun Valley Academy serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th. Sun Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,183 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Sun Valley Academy show 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Sun Valley Academy 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.
Sun Valley 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.
55% of students at Sun Valley 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
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Sun Valley Academy — Students at Sun Valley Academy score 20% 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: 8.3/10.
How Sun Valley Academy Compares
See how Sun Valley Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
2675 W BASELINE RD, Phoenix, AZ 85041
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sun Valley Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Vista del Sur Accelerated (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Laveen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Math and Science South Mountain (rated 7.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Tucson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PLEASANTVIEW CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| EAGLE College Prep Phoenix | 0.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Bernard Black Elementary School Phoenix | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ARIZONA LUTHERAN ACADEMY Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Ed & Verma Pastor Elementary School Phoenix | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Ignacio Conchos School Phoenix | 1.3 mi | 4.3 |
| BASIS Phoenix South Phoenix | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| Academy of Math and Science South Mountain Tucson | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| John R Davis School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| C J Jorgensen School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Vista del Sur Accelerated Laveen | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| Cesar Chavez High School Laveen | 1.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Southwest Elementary School Phoenix | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| V H Lassen Elementary School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Valley View School Phoenix | 1.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Maurice C. Cash Elementary School Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Heritage Academy Laveen Mesa | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| PLEASANTVIEW CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Legacy Traditional School - Laveen Village Chandler | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Laveen Elementary School Laveen | 2.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunland Elementary School Phoenix | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85041 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,555
Median Home Value
$310,100
Median Rent
$1,612/mo
Population
63,881
College Educated
18.5%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
27 min
Poverty Rate
16.8%
Median Age
33.1
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Aguilar School Tempe, AZ | 5.8 |
| Cotton Boll School Peoria, AZ | 5.8 |
| Eagle Ridge Elementary School Phoenix, AZ | 5.8 |
| Heartland Ranch Elementary School Coolidge, AZ | 5.8 |
| Holdeman Elementary School Tempe, AZ | 5.8 |
| Jack Harmon Elementary School San Tan Valley, AZ | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sun Valley Academy
What grades does Sun Valley Academy serve?
Sun Valley Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Sun Valley Academy?
Sun Valley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.
How does Sun Valley Academy rank in AZ?
Sun Valley Academy ranks #1,183 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Sun Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Sun Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Sun Valley Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sun Valley Academy has 33% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sun Valley Academy a charter school?
Yes, Sun Valley Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Sun Valley Academy a Title I school?
No, Sun Valley Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 580
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 54.5%
- Phone
- (602) 692-4914
Resources & Links
District
Sun Valley Academy - South Mountain Inc. (90192)- District Enrollment
- 580
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $8,417
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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