Needs Improvement
#1892 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Vector Prep and Arts Academy
Elementary School · Vector School District Inc. (90317)
2020 N. Arizona Ave. STE 62, Chandler, AZ 85225
Enrollment
241
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
241
Score
3.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,892 of 2,006
In Chandler
#76 of 77
public schools
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Vector Prep and Arts Academy
Elementary School in Chandler · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Vector Prep and Arts Academy
Vector Prep and Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Chandler, AZ, part of Vector School District Inc. (90317). Vector Prep and Arts Academy serves approximately 241 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th. Vector Prep and Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,892 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Vector Prep and Arts Academy show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Vector Prep and Arts 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.
49% of students at Vector Prep and Arts 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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Vector Prep and Arts Academy — Students at Vector Prep and Arts 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: 3.3/10.
How Vector Prep and Arts Academy Compares
See how Vector Prep and Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
2020 N. Arizona Ave. STE 62, Chandler, AZ 85225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Vector Prep and Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arizona Language Schools (rated 9.7/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Another option is Knox Gifted Academy (rated 9.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chandler, see our Chandler schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| AZ Compass Prep School Chandler | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Intelli-School Chandler | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Arizona Language Schools Tempe | 0.3 mi | 9.7 |
| Primavera - Online Chandler | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| ST DOMINIC SAVIO ACADEMY Chandler | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Sirrine Montessori Center Chandler | 0.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Chandler Prep Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Chandler Phoenix | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Knox Gifted Academy Chandler | 1.0 mi | 9.7 |
| Mesquite High School Gilbert | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| EVIT - Mesquite High School Gilbert | 1.1 mi | — |
| Legacy Traditional School - North Chandler Chandler | 1.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba El Dorado High School Chandler | 1.3 mi | 3.3 |
| Islands Elementary School Gilbert | 1.3 mi | 7.5 |
| BELLA MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Gilbert | 1.3 mi | — |
| NEW VISTAS CENTER FOR EDUCATION Chandler | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| ST MARY-BASHA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Chandler | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary Chandler | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Pomeroy Elementary School Chandler | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Shumway Leadership Academy Chandler | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,036
Median Home Value
$386,800
Median Rent
$1,662/mo
Population
73,316
College Educated
32.9%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
13.6%
Median Age
34.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Vector Prep and Arts Academy
What grades does Vector Prep and Arts Academy serve?
Vector Prep and Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Vector Prep and Arts Academy?
Vector Prep and Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 241 students.
How does Vector Prep and Arts Academy rank in AZ?
Vector Prep and Arts Academy ranks #1,892 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Vector Prep and Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Vector Prep and Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Vector Prep and Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Vector Prep and Arts Academy has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Vector Prep and Arts Academy a charter school?
Yes, Vector Prep and Arts Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Vector Prep and Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Vector Prep and Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 241
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.0%
- Phone
- (877) 225-2118
Resources & Links
District
Vector School District Inc. (90317)- District Enrollment
- 241
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,332
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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