Serving 70 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Leading Edge Academy Online 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% 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-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leading Edge Academy Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leading Edge Academy Online's student population of 70 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Character + Academics
Average Class Size
21 students
School Rankings
Leading Edge Academy Online ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leading Edge Academy Online is 0.69, which is more 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
#1440 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Hispanic
30%
49%
Black
20%
6%
White
43%
33%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leading Edge Academy Online's ranking?
Leading Edge Academy Online is ranked #1440 out of 1,921 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 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leading Edge Academy Online?
The graduation rate of Leading Edge Academy Online is 80-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Leading Edge Academy Online?
70 students attend Leading Edge Academy Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Leading Edge Academy Online students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leading Edge Academy Online?
Leading Edge Academy Online has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Leading Edge Academy Online offer ?
Leading Edge Academy Online offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Leading Edge Academy Online part of?
Leading Edge Academy Online is part of LEAD Charter Schools (79967).
In what neighborhood is Leading Edge Academy Online located?
Leading Edge Academy Online is located in the Lin ray neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
School Reviews
Review Leading Edge Academy Online. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Media Literacy as a Core Skill: How to Tell if a School Teaches It Well
Learn how to evaluate whether a public school teaches media literacy effectively, from fact-checking and source evaluation to digital citizenship and critical thinking.
Screen Time, Paper Learning, and the New Back-to-Basics Debate
Explore why some public schools are reducing screen time, bringing back paper learning, and rethinking the balance between technology and traditional instruction.
Student Data, AI Tools, and Privacy: Questions to Ask Your District
Learn how public schools use AI, protect student data, and the key privacy questions every parent should ask their school district in 2026.
