For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 497 students in 85340, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85340, AZ are Crown Charter School and Pensar Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85340 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85340, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85340, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crown Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12450 W Maryland Ave
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
(623) 535-9300
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
(623) 535-9300
Gr: K-6 | 294 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Pensar Academy
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12843 W Redondo Dr
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
(602) 383-4013
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
(602) 383-4013
Gr: 4-8 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85340, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85340, AZ include Crown Charter School and Pensar Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85340?
2 public charter schools are located in 85340.
What is the racial composition of students in 85340?
85340 public charter schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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