Serving 119 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Leading Edge Academy Online 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 64% 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-12
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leading Edge Academy Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Leading Edge Academy Online's student population of 119 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Character + Academics
School Mascot
Roadrunners
School Rankings
Leading Edge Academy Online 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 Leading Edge Academy Online is 0.70, which is more 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
#1440 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
39%
48%
Black
14%
6%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
11%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Roadrunners
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leading Edge Academy Online's ranking?
Leading Edge Academy Online is ranked #1440 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leading Edge Academy Online?
The graduation rate of Leading Edge Academy Online is 80-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Leading Edge Academy Online?
119 students attend Leading Edge Academy Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Leading Edge Academy Online students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Leading Edge Academy Online offer ?
Leading Edge Academy Online offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Leading Edge Academy Online part of?
Leading Edge Academy Online is part of LEAD Charter Schools (79967) School District.
In what neighborhood is Leading Edge Academy Online located?
Leading Edge Academy Online is located in the Lin ray neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ.
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