Serving 72 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Advance U ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Advance U ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Advance U's student population of 72 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
72 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Advance U ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Advance U is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#400 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Hispanic
75%
49%
Black
15%
6%
White
4%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
40%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Advance U's ranking?
Advance U is ranked #400 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Advance U often compared to?
Advance Uis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoran Sky Elementary School, Vista Del Sur Accelerated by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Advance U?
72 students attend Advance U.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Advance U students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Advance U?
Advance U has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Advance U offer ?
Advance U offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Advance U part of?
Advance U is part of Kaizen Education Foundation DBA Advance U (91329) School District.
In what neighborhood is Advance U located?
Advance U is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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