Serving 448 students in grades Kindergarten-6, American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6's student population of 448 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
448 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Motto
To Learn. Lead. Change the World!
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 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
#122 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
24%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
63%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6's ranking?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 is ranked #122 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 often compared to?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6is often viewed alongside schools like Gateway Polytechnic Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6?
448 students attend American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 offer ?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 part of?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 is part of American Leadership Academy Inc. (4348) School District.
In what neighborhood is American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 located?
American Leadership Academy Mesa K-6 is located in the Springfield Lakes neighborhood of Chandler, AZ.
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