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#1768 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise

High School · ThrivePoint High School Inc. (79059)

4744 W GROVERS AVE, Glendale, AZ 85308

Charter

Enrollment

249

Score

4.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,768 of 2,006

In Glendale

#72 of 82

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

ThrivePoint High School Inc. (79059)

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Thrivepoint High School at Surprise

4.1/10

High School in Glendale · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Thrivepoint High School at Surprise

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise is a public high school in Glendale, AZ, part of ThrivePoint High School Inc. (79059). Thrivepoint High School at Surprise serves approximately 249 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Thrivepoint High School at Surprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,768 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Thrivepoint High School at Surprise show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 3.9
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Thrivepoint High School at Surprise 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.

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.95 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.1Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-28.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate24.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$9,378

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise — Students at Thrivepoint High School at Surprise score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 40.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2010
Math
34.5%
ELA
64.5%
2011
Math
30%
ELA
74.5%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
30%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
5%
ELA
10%
2016
Math
15%
ELA
5%
2017
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
24.5%
ELA
34.5%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
5%
ELA
15%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Thrivepoint High School at Surprise Compares

See how Thrivepoint High School at Surprise performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
12th percentile in AZ
Academic
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
2/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses2 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4744 W GROVERS AVE, Glendale, AZ 85308

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Thrivepoint High School at Surprise may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Highland Prep (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. Another option is Willow Canyon High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Paradise Honors High School (rated 8.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Surprise), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Cimarron Springs Middle School Surprise 0.6 mi 7.0
Canyon Ridge School Surprise 1.1 mi 7.9
Calibre Academy Surprise Surprise 1.1 mi 4.2
Imagine Surprise Middle Phoenix 1.2 mi 6.7
Imagine Prep Surprise Phoenix 1.2 mi 7.9
Paradise Honors Elementary School Surprise 1.1 mi 7.5
CROSS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise 1.4 mi 6.3
Highland Prep Surprise 1.4 mi 8.7
Countryside Elementary School Surprise 1.6 mi 6.1
Sunset Hills Elementary Surprise 1.6 mi 5.1
West-MEC - Valley Vista High School Surprise 1.7 mi
Valley Vista High School Surprise 1.7 mi 6.9
West-MEC - Willow Canyon High School Surprise 1.8 mi
FOURTEENSIX CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Surprise 1.9 mi 6.6
Willow Canyon High School Surprise 1.8 mi 8.0
Freedom Traditional Academy Surprise 1.8 mi 9.3
Kingswood Elementary School Surprise 1.9 mi 6.1
Paradise Honors High School Surprise 2.1 mi 8.0
West-MEC Paradise Honors Surprise 2.1 mi
Western Peaks Elementary Surprise 1.9 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85308 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$95,512

Median Home Value

$420,100

Median Rent

$1,777/mo

Population

65,159

College Educated

37.7%

Homeownership

71.9%

Avg Commute

24.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Thrivepoint High School at Surprise

What grades does Thrivepoint High School at Surprise serve?

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Thrivepoint High School at Surprise?

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise has an enrollment of approximately 249 students.

How does Thrivepoint High School at Surprise rank in AZ?

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise ranks #1,768 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Thrivepoint High School at Surprise's MySchoolScout rating?

Thrivepoint High School at Surprise 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 Thrivepoint High School at Surprise?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Thrivepoint High School at Surprise has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Thrivepoint High School at Surprise a charter school?

Yes, Thrivepoint High School at Surprise is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Thrivepoint High School at Surprise a Title I school?

No, Thrivepoint High School at Surprise is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
53 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
249
Type
alternative
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
4-Year Graduation
24.5%

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