Serving 160 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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-6
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation's student population of 160 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is 0.36, 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
#625 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
79%
49%
Black
11%
6%
White
5%
33%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation's ranking?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is ranked #625 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation?
160 students attend Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation offer ?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation part of?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is part of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation (91275) School District.
In what neighborhood is Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation located?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
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