Serving 246 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Self Development Academy-phoenix ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Self Development Academy-phoenix ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Self Development Academy-phoenix's student population of 246 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong Foundations. Unlimited Futures!
School Rankings
Self Development Academy-phoenix 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 Self Development Academy-phoenix is 0.64, 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
#1030 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
10%
3%
Hispanic
56%
49%
Black
17%
6%
White
5%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Self Development Academy-phoenix's ranking?
Self Development Academy-phoenix is ranked #1030 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Self Development Academy-phoenix?
246 students attend Self Development Academy-phoenix.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Self Development Academy-phoenix students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Self Development Academy-phoenix?
Self Development Academy-phoenix has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Self Development Academy-phoenix offer ?
Self Development Academy-phoenix offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Self Development Academy-phoenix part of?
Self Development Academy-phoenix is part of Self Development Academy-Phoenix (92381) School District.
In what neighborhood is Self Development Academy-phoenix located?
Self Development Academy-phoenix is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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