Serving 121 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Children First Leadership Academy 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (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: 121 students
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Children First Leadership Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Children First Leadership Academy's student population of 121 students has declined by 49% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
121 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Children First Leadership Academy 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 Children First Leadership Academy is 0.40, 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
#1705 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
76%
48%
Black
17%
6%
White
4%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
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 Children First Leadership Academy's ranking?
Children First Leadership Academy is ranked #1705 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Children First Leadership Academy?
121 students attend Children First Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Children First Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Children First Leadership Academy offer ?
Children First Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Children First Leadership Academy part of?
Children First Leadership Academy is part of Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Ranch School (81052) School District.
In what neighborhood is Children First Leadership Academy located?
Children First Leadership Academy is located in the Central City neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Central City.
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