Serving 173 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% 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-6
- Enrollment: 173 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation's student population of 173 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
173 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is 0.30, 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
#535 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
48%
Black
11%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation's ranking?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is ranked #535 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation?
173 students attend Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation offer ?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation part of?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is part of Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation (91275) School District.
In what neighborhood is Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation located?
Hirsch Academy A Challenge Foundation is located in the South Scottsdale neighborhood of Scottsdale, AZ. There are 13 other public schools located in South Scottsdale.
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