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Best 85040 Arizona ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Charter Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 1,889 students in 85040, AZ.
The top ranked public charter schools in 85040, AZ are South Mountain Preparatory Academy, Aim Higher College Prep Academy and Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ charter schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85040, AZ ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Charter Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Mountain Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
449 E Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Gr: K-3 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #22.
Aim Higher College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
4848 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: PK-6 | 352 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Gr: K-8 | 185 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
South Phoenix Prep And Arts Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: K-4 | 285 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #66.
Nfl Yet College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 304 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #77.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: 5-8 | 228 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #88.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Gr: K-8 | 432 students Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Schools in 85040 Arizona

85040, Arizona ÎÛÎÛÂþ»­ Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Arts Academy At South Mountain (Closed 2012)
4039 East Raymond St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Brooks Academy (Closed 2014)
3146 East Wier Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8
C.i. Wilson Academy (Closed 2005)
2033 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Gr: K-6 | 403 students Minority enrollment: 96%
C.i.w.a. Middle School (Closed 2005)
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 7-8 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Champion Schools - South Mountain Ymca Elementary School (Closed 2012)
449 East Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Gr: K-2
Future Development Education & Performing Arts Aca Elementary School (Closed 2005)
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Gr: K-8 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 98%
New Destiny Leadership Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1923 East Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Gr: K-5 | 24 students
Nfl Yet Academy (Closed 2023)
4848 S. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 4-6 | 206 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Phoenix College Preparatory High School (Closed 2004)
2019 East Southern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Precision Academy System Charter School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
3906 East Braodway, Unit 105
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6000 South 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 91%
Sierra Vista Elementary School (Closed 2012)
6401 South 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
South Mountain College Preparatory High School (Closed 2005)
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 96%
Teen Choice Leadership Academy (Closed 2005)
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Gr: K-8 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 99%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public charter schools in 85040, AZ?
The top ranked public charter schools in 85040, AZ include South Mountain Preparatory Academy, Aim Higher College Prep Academy and Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85040?
8 public charter schools are located in 85040.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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