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Youth Works Charter High School

High School · Tucson Youth Development/ACE Charter High School (4422)

PO BOX 27453, Tucson, AZ 85726

Charter

Enrollment

32

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#1,108 of 2,006

In Tucson

#128 of 257

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Tucson Youth Development/ACE Charter High School (4422)

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Youth Works Charter High School

6.0/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Youth Works Charter High School

Youth Works Charter High School is a public high school in Tucson, AZ, part of Tucson Youth Development/ACE Charter High School (4422). Youth Works Charter High School serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 9th-12th. Youth Works Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,108 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Youth Works Charter High School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Youth Works Charter High 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.

Youth Works Charter 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$9,976

Youth Works Charter High School — Students at Youth Works Charter High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 34%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 24.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 32.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
10%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Youth Works Charter High School Compares

See how Youth Works Charter High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
45th percentile in AZ
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Advanced STEM
1/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses1 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

PO BOX 27453, Tucson, AZ 85726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Youth Works Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Innovation Tech High School (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Project More High School (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center (rated 3.8/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Tucson, see our Tucson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Southside Community School Tucson 0.1 mi 5.0
Cavett Elementary School Tucson 0.3 mi 7.3
Pueblo Gardens Elementary Tucson 0.3 mi 3.0
Utterback Middle School Tucson 0.5 mi 5.6
Holladay Intermediate Magnet School Tucson 0.7 mi 4.7
Pima County JTED - Bridges Day Program Tucson 1.1 mi
Pima County JTED - Bridges Evening Program Tucson 1.1 mi
Innovation Tech High School Tucson 1.1 mi 7.5
Borton Primary Magnet School Tucson 1.3 mi 7.4
Robison Elementary School Tucson 1.5 mi 6.5
PPEP TEC - Celestino Fernandez Learning Center Tucson 1.6 mi 3.8
Highland Free School Tucson 1.7 mi 7.5
ST AMBROSE SCHOOL Tucson 1.8 mi 4.7
Van Buskirk Elementary School Tucson 1.8 mi 8.0
Las Puertas Community School Tucson 1.6 mi 7.0
Project More High School Tucson 1.9 mi 5.9
Miles-Exploratory Learning Center Tucson 2.0 mi 5.5
Mission View Elementary School Tucson 1.7 mi 6.2
Wakefield Middle School Tucson 1.8 mi 8.2
Ochoa Elementary School Tucson 1.8 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Youth Works Charter High School

What grades does Youth Works Charter High School serve?

Youth Works Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Youth Works Charter High School?

Youth Works Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

How does Youth Works Charter High School rank in AZ?

Youth Works Charter High School ranks #1,108 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Youth Works Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Youth Works Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Youth Works Charter High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Youth Works Charter High School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Youth Works Charter High School a charter school?

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

Is Youth Works Charter High School a Title I school?

No, Youth Works Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
32 Some Transit
Bike Score
67 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Type
alternative
Setting
Large City
County
Pima County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Tucson Youth Development/ACE Charter High School (4422)
District Enrollment
530
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,976
District Rank
#1 of 2

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