Serving 201 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Arizona Autism Charter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arizona Autism Charter School's student population of 201 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
201 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering students with autism to reach their full potential.
School Rankings
Arizona Autism Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arizona Autism Charter School is 0.57, 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
#1841 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
61%
49%
Black
12%
6%
White
21%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)78.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arizona Autism Charter School's ranking?
Arizona Autism Charter School is ranked #1841 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arizona Autism Charter School?
201 students attend Arizona Autism Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Arizona Autism Charter School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arizona Autism Charter School?
Arizona Autism Charter School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arizona Autism Charter School offer ?
Arizona Autism Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arizona Autism Charter School part of?
Arizona Autism Charter School is part of Arizona Autism Charter Schools Inc. (91958).
In what neighborhood is Arizona Autism Charter School located?
Arizona Autism Charter School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 14 other public schools located in Midtown.
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