Serving 112 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Bennett Academy ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 82% 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: 112 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bennett Academy's student population of 112 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bennett Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bennett Academy is 0.54, 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
#953 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
65%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
18%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
46%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bennett Academy's ranking?
Bennett Academy is ranked #953 out of 1,956 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Bennett Academy?
112 students attend Bennett Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Bennett Academy students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Bennett Academy offer ?
Bennett Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Bennett Academy part of?
Bennett Academy is part of Twenty First Century Charter School Inc. Bennett (4310) School District.
In what neighborhood is Bennett Academy located?
Bennett Academy is located in the Grandview neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 5 other public schools located in Grandview.
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