Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Country Gardens Charter School 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 21% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 76% 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-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Country Gardens Charter School's student population of 294 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Country Gardens Charter School 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 Country Gardens Charter School 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
#1135 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
58%
48%
Black
12%
6%
White
24%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
10%
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 Country Gardens Charter School's ranking?
Country Gardens Charter School is ranked #1135 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Country Gardens Charter School often compared to?
Country Gardens Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trailside Point Performing Arts Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Country Gardens Charter School?
The graduation rate of Country Gardens Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Country Gardens Charter School?
294 students attend Country Gardens Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Country Gardens Charter School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Country Gardens Charter School offer ?
Country Gardens Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Country Gardens Charter School part of?
Country Gardens Charter School is part of Country Gardens Charter Schools (79074) School District.
In what neighborhood is Country Gardens Charter School located?
Country Gardens Charter School is located in the Laveen Village neighborhood of Laveen, AZ. There are 11 other public schools located in Laveen Village.
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