Serving 879 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain 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 15% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain's student population of 879 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
879 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain is 0.32, 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
#1348 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%

Asian
1%
3%

Hispanic
82%
48%

Black
11%
6%

White
4%
34%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
40%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
51%
10%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain's ranking?
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain is ranked #1348 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain often compared to?
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountainis often viewed alongside schools like Hurley Ranch Elementary School, Collier Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain?
879 students attend Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain offer ?
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain part of?
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain is part of P.L.C. Charter Schools (6235) School District.
In what neighborhood is Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain located?
Arts Academy At Estrella Mountain is located in the Estrella Village neighborhood of Tolleson, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Estrella Village.
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