Serving 184 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Milestones Charter School ranks in the top 20% 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 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 184 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Milestones Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Milestones Charter School's student population of 184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
184 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Rankings
Milestones Charter School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Milestones Charter School is 0.65, 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
#273 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
40%
3%
Hispanic
8%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Milestones Charter School's ranking?
Milestones Charter School is ranked #273 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Milestones Charter School often compared to?
Milestones Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Canyon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Milestones Charter School?
184 students attend Milestones Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Milestones Charter School students are White, 40% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Milestones Charter School offer ?
Milestones Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Milestones Charter School part of?
Milestones Charter School is part of Milestones Charter School (79207) School District.
In what neighborhood is Milestones Charter School located?
Milestones Charter School is located in the Paradise Valley Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 41 other public schools located in Paradise Valley Village.
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