Serving 238 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Khalsa School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Khalsa School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Khalsa School's student population of 238 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Khalsa School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Khalsa School is 0.55, 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
#158 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
27%
49%
White
61%
33%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.3%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
41%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Khalsa School's ranking?
Khalsa School is ranked #158 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Khalsa School often compared to?
Khalsa Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sunrise Drive Elementary School, Manzanita School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Khalsa School?
238 students attend Khalsa School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Khalsa School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Khalsa School?
Khalsa School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Khalsa School offer ?
Khalsa School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Khalsa School part of?
Khalsa School is part of Khalsa Family Services (79420) School District.
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