Challenger Elementary School

About Challenger Elementary School

Challenger Elementary School is a public school located in the heart of the city of Phoenix, Arizona. It is part of the Phoenix Union High School District and is a K-8 school. The school offers a wide range of educational programs, including an extended day program, a rigorous and engaging curriculum, and a variety of extracurricular activities.
At Challenger Elementary School, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their individual talents. They are also encouraged to become active members of the community by participating in community service projects and by engaging in meaningful conversations with their peers.
The school is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment. All students are given the opportunity to succeed, regardless of their background or ability. The school also offers a variety of services to support students with special needs.
Challenger Elementary School is dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. The school’s staff is dedicated to providing a positive learning experience for all students. The school also offers a variety of clubs and activities for students to participate in, such as art, music, and drama.
Challenger Elementary School is a great place for students to learn and grow. The school strives to create an environment that is both welcoming and challenging, so that students can reach their highest potential.

Address:	901 E Calle Mayer Nogales, AZ 85621
Phone:	(520) 377-0544
Site:	challenger.nogalesud.k12.az.us
Grades:	K – 5
Enrollment:	397 students

Overview Challenger Elementary School

Challenger Elementary School serves 397 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Challenger Elementary School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.

Verdict on Challenger Elementary School

Challenger Elementary School is ranked within the bottom 50% 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 Challenger Elementary School is 0.02, 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.