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Young Scholars Academy

Charter | K-8 | 408 students

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Posted April 1, 2013

There are some really good teachers at Young Scholars, and with the help of their aides, there is no excuse for any child to not do well. My daughter comes home almost every day telling me about the drama, which is not the schools fault, but maybe if they had more work to do, there wouldn't be time for this......
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 27, 2011

I absolutely love Young Scholar's Academy. My children are thriving there and the staff is truly dedicated to my childrens' success!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 7, 2009

I love the teachers and staff at YSA they seam to care about the children. Excellent programs and activities. They welcome parents involvement. My son is looking forward to first grade.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 3, 2008

This school is all about kid's first! With a 1:12 ratio and additional aides to accommodate students, we could not ask for a more effective way to utilize our public education dollars. As a parent, I would like to say that this school excels in all areas that are of significance.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 29, 2007

I'm very happy with Young Scholar's Academy! The staff is very helpful and always puts the childrens' best interests first. This is the greatest school I could every have my children attend!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 20, 2007

Im really not happy with the staff or the principal. They seemed to be more worried about the 'high income' kids. It seems to be all about status there.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 14, 2007

My daughter has been going to Young Scholars since Kindergarten, I would not change schools if they paid me to. They actually care about the children and not about making a quota.
—Submitted by teresa santana-craft, a parent


Posted August 8, 2007

YSA is a wonderful school. The teachers and staff really do care about your childs education. The student/teacher ratios are great and parents are always welcome to get involved.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 1, 2007

This school is great! My children have attended there for several years. YSA is indeed a back-to-basics school. The staff cares about each child regardless of income, race, or status. As all local schools have now gone to, YSA requires that the students wear a uniform. They are quite reasonable in cost at about $20 for an outfit. In response to an earlier review, they indeed do have a PE curriculum, art, and a library. In addition, they also have a well maintained computer technology lab which is used by students on a daily basis. The only drawback to YSA is the lack of a cafeteria. Students must either bring their lunch to school, have the parents bring luck to the school, or order it through the school daily from a set menu from a from a local deli. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided for students to use
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 10, 2007

In response to some of the other reviews, YSA is a back-to-basics school. The focus is on academics and achievement for each student. I have been very pleased with my children's progress there. The teachers are warm, patient, caring and creative. On the other hand, they have standards and expect the children and families to place the same value on education. Needless to say, some people will not rise to these standards. I think it is more important for my daughters to get a great foundation in their education and YSA provides that.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 1, 2007

Young Scholar's Academy provides an excellent education! The staff cares about my child and I am always welcome to participate in any way I can!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 16, 2005

Both of my children attended YSA. I wasnt really happy with the staff or the principal. They seemed to be more worried about the 'high income' kids than the regular ones. It was all about status there.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted May 3, 2005

Both of my children have been attending YSA since kindergarden. They have both been giving the special attention that they need to succeed.Starting with only a couple classrooms, YSA today has now expanded to a very prestigis school. The prinapal is warm and caring woman who knows all the students by name along with most of the parents names.Which is partly because the large amount of parental involvement. I am extremely satified w/ the schooling both of my children have recieved from YSA.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 19, 2005

This school is a joke. They have no phys ed cirriculum, no library, no art program, no music program.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted April 4, 2003

I think Young Scholar's Academy is a wonderful school. My daughter loves the pre-school program and can't wait to begin Kindergarten. In our area, this charter school, provides a wonderful alternative to the other public schools. There are many terrific parents and students that attend. The teachers and faculty are great too! Overall, it is a super environment for my daughter.


Posted October 15, 2002

I love young scholars acadamy, both my kids go there, and I have always been very satisfied with no complaints!!!!! Wonderful principle and assistant. I alsio want to say Mrs. Eddy the front office secretary, she is a wonderful women, always nice, with a wonderful attitude. Always very nice!!!!!!!!!!!


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The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 69% in 2012.

47 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
94%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

47 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
87%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
87%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 79% in 2009.

48 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
90%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 67% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
75%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
83%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

49 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
83%

2009

 
 
83%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

48 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
94%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
76%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 83% in 2009.

47 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
91%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 63% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
69%

2011

 
 
89%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
82%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
91%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
81%

2009

 
 
86%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 61% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
64%

2010

 
 
54%

2009

 
 
78%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
85%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

45 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
92%

2009

 
 
91%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 62% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
67%

2010

 
 
76%

2009

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
92%

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
81%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2012.

38 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
73%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
81%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 57% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
70%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
84%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
85%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
76%
Science

The state average for Science was 68% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
79%

2011

 
 
85%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
68%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 86% in 2009.

25 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
92%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

  • In 2010-2011, this school was designated "Highly Performing".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was designated "Highly Performing".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was designated "Excelling".

About the tests


Arizona uses AZ LEARNS Achievement Profiles to indicate schools' overall performance each year. For elementary and middle schools, the profiles are based on current and historical aggregated AIMS results, MAP results and whether or not the school made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). For high schools, AIMS results, AYP status and graduation/dropout rates are used. Schools are identified as Excelling, Highly Performing, Performing Plus, Performing, Underperforming, Failing to Meet Academic Standards or Pending.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 78% 45%
Hispanic 16% 41%
Asian 4% 3%
American Indian or Alaska Native N/A 6%
Black N/A 6%
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
English language learners 0%N/A14%
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

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1501 E. Valencia Rd.
Bullhead City, AZ 86426
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Phone: (928) 704-1100

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