Benchmark School

About Benchmark School

Benchmark School is an independent, college-preparatory school located in Media, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1972, the school offers an individualized education for students in grades K-12, with a focus on developing students’ academic, social, and emotional potential. Benchmark School’s small class sizes and low student-teacher ratios ensure that each student receives the personalized attention they need to reach their academic goals.
The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge each student to reach their highest potential. Benchmark School’s curriculum is based on the latest research in cognitive science, and its classes are designed to help students develop the skills they need to become independent, lifelong learners. The school also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, clubs, and community service opportunities.
Benchmark School is dedicated to helping its students achieve their academic and personal goals. The school’s faculty and staff strive to create an environment where students feel safe and supported, and where they can develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in college and beyond.

Address:	4120 E Acoma Dr Phoenix, AZ 85032
Phone:	(602) 765-3582
Site:	benchmarkbobcats.org
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	434 students

Overview Benchmark School

Benchmark School serves 434 students in grades Kindergarten-6.
Benchmark School placed in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Benchmark School

Benchmark School is ranked within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Benchmark School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.