Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Ombudsman - Charter West 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 44:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 44:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ombudsman - Charter West's student population of 176 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Year Founded
1996
School Rankings
Ombudsman - Charter West ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ombudsman - Charter West is 0.60, 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
#873 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
44:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
51%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
37%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ombudsman - Charter West's ranking?
Ombudsman - Charter West is ranked #873 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ombudsman - Charter West often compared to?
Ombudsman - Charter Westis often viewed alongside schools like Crown Point High School, Glendale High School, Thrivepoint High School At Union Hills by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ombudsman - Charter West?
The graduation rate of Ombudsman - Charter West is 10%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Ombudsman - Charter West?
176 students attend Ombudsman - Charter West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Ombudsman - Charter West students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ombudsman - Charter West?
Ombudsman - Charter West has a student ration of 44:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ombudsman - Charter West offer ?
Ombudsman - Charter West offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ombudsman - Charter West part of?
Ombudsman - Charter West is part of Ombudsman Educational Services Ltd.A Subsidiary (4323) School District.
In what neighborhood is Ombudsman - Charter West located?
Ombudsman - Charter West is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 24 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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