Serving 274 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy's student population of 274 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
274 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy is 0.44, 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
#564 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
73%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy's ranking?
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy is ranked #564 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy often compared to?
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Great Hearts Academies - Anthem Prep by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy?
The graduation rate of Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy is 80-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy?
274 students attend Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy offer ?
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy part of?
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy is part of Edkey Inc. (85749) School District.
In what neighborhood is Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy located?
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy is located in the Anthem neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 6 other public schools located in Anthem.
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