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Imagine Coolidge Elementary School

Charter | K-5 | 679 students

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5 stars

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2013:
Based on 18 ratings
2012:
No new ratings
2011:
Based on 2 ratings
2010:
Based on 3 ratings

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Posted March 7, 2013

We are extremely pleased with Imagine at Coolidge. we have 3 daughters attending and will have our youngest starting in August!! Awesome school and wonderfulteachers!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 6, 2013

I absolutely love this school. I have one child in 2nd grade and one in the 8th grade. My 2nd grader has some special needs and they have gone above and beyond to help him. This is his second year at Imagine and he has grown academically by leaps and bounds. They do not make us feel like it is a burden that they have to put forth a little more effort with him. I would highly recommend this school to anyone that is considering it. You will not regret it. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 5, 2013

The Imagine Elementary School in Coolidge is great! My son has been going there since the 1st grade (when it first opened). All of his teachers have shown such genuine care and concern about his education and well being. Because of this, he has been an A student every year. Whenever I'm at the school, I feel such warmth and happiness coming from all the staff. I feel good sending my son to this school- knowing he is receiving such an excellent education at a safe, caring, and involved school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 5, 2013

This is a FANTASTIC school!!! The Principal is remarkable, and the teachers are dedicated to providing a excellent education. My son has been attending for two years. Mrs. Torvick was very compassionate, genuine and willing to work with my son. She offered tutoring in the morning. He to this day asks if he can have Mrs. Torvick next year. Mrs. Chrisman is very passionate about teaching which makes learning fun. He has managed to make both the honor roll and principal's list over the past two years which is a blessing. As a funny side note, our son's Dad loves to pick up and drop off. He feels a sense of joy and warmth from the staff. Many more phenomenal years for Imagine Coolidge!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 5, 2013

We are all very pleased with Imagine Schools in Coolidge! We have a 5th and an 8th grader who did very well with K12 online last year and weren't real excited about going back to "real school." They love it and have already said they want to stay though 12th grade. The teachers are great and really care about teaching their students. We appreciate their efforts and that our children are excited about school and learning. We definitely would recommend Imagine Schools & Imagine Prep Coolidge. We live in Casa Grande and also appreciate the Bus service provided.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

We moved to Coolidge JUST for this school and we could not be happier about our decision. Imagine Coolidge is my children's family away from home and we are blessed to be a part of something that will move mountains in the success of the children of this community. The teachers are dedicated to the success of their students and the Principal is phenomenal! I would like to see more parent involvment, as it seems it is the same parents all the time pitching in... other than that- outstanding school that truly cares about its values
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

This school is amazing. My son has been going to this school from the first day it has been open. He loves going to school everyday. He loves his teachers. The staff is amazing.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

My children have been going to Imagine for three years now and I wouldn't send them anywhere else. The teacher and other staff really cares about each child and wants them to do well in school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

Very happy with this school!! If my son has to miss school he is very upset, how often do you see that happen??
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

I was worried when my 5 year old was ready to start Kindergarten. I am very pleased with Imagine and the Teachers. Everyone knows you and my daughter loves her teacher. I know there are alot of new Kindergarten teachers this year and I think they are all great! The staffs work great together.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

Imagine elementary is awesome!!! We love it the staff is great the after school programs are fun and educational. We are proud to have our child attend Imagine elementary !! Go eagles!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

My son is currently in the 6th grade & is Mr. Morales class. Mr. Morales is a great teacher, goes the extra mile. He offers tutoring in the morning, after school, and if that s not enough he coaches sports. He motivates his students to play sports & makes them work hard on their grades. When my kids go to the next grade, they leave behind good teachers that they dearly miss, Ms. Worden, Ms. Love, lucky for them there s a good teacher at the next level, Mr. Vega, Ms. Elliott, ect.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

I am very pleased with this school. My two children are attending here and have learned so much. My 3rd grader was always a chatterbox and with the help of his current teacher she has helped turned his talkative ways into more of an educational experience since he is now so inquisitive about social studies. I highly recommend this school to fellow parents who ask about the schools in Coolidge. As for my Kindergartener, his first day was rough but with the help of his teacher she made it an easy transition. He looks forward to going to school daily now. I like this school very much!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

Imagine Elementary is an amazing school. The staff are very knowledgeable, friendly, & always there to listen & help. My kids have been going there since they opened. (4 years ago) & I would never send them to any other school!! Sincerely, A very happy parent
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 4, 2013

We think this is a great school! From the teachers to the administrative staff, our experience has been very positive!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 8, 2013

My son has been in Imagine Coolidge for 3 years. I love the involvement of all the teachers with all of the students. They know most, if not all, of the students by name even if they are not in their class. Every year my son's teachers have worked closely with us when it comes to his individual learning needs and it has helped him tremendously. The extra curricular activities are great including the music program and the Eagle's Nest after school program. I love the involvement of parents and teachers when it comes to school activities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 7, 2013

Excellent school, staff, and curriculum. Have 3 kids going from grades K, 6th, and 7th grader (going to Imagine Prep). By far the best school in Coolidge.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 3, 2013

Imagine Coolidge Elem offers a well rounded education where teachers really work with families to meet the individual needs of each student. I have 3 children who attend this school. They love going to school everyday. Their teachers know them as individuals which makes them feel loved and safe. I love seeing the progress my children are making both academically as well as in their character development. My children set goals. When I come to the school my children love showing me how they are doing in reading, math, and science which can be seen on creative data boards the teachers and students create.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 17, 2011

Great teacher involment! Great principal who cares and will meet and discuss how to help your child succeed. Great fun programs for this age group. Best of all our 3 elementary children made big progress with this school They made the honor roll, loved their teachers, had fun and looked forward to going to school. Could not have asked more of these teachers - they care and will be happy to meet with parents - make adjustments for learning style of the child - best decision we made was going here!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 24, 2011

Love it. My children were in Sonoran Science Academy in Tucson AZ. And I found that when we moved here and my youngest son started Kindergarten here that he had learned so much and had a better foundation in reading and spelling than my other 2 children who did not start at Imagine and are in 1st and 2nd grade now. Staff is WONDERFUL, TEACHERS are amazing, and the principal is great. Love LOVE the school would recommend to anyone worth the time and drive.
—Submitted by a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

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.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
58%

2009

 
 
66%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

137 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
68%

2010

 
 
84%

2009

 
 
64%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 79% in 2009.

77 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
72%
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.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
67%

2011

 
 
55%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
66%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
72%

2011

 
 
61%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
68%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

105 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
51%

2010

 
 
57%

2009

 
 
57%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 83% in 2009.

64 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
65%
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.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
54%

2011

 
 
51%

2010

 
 
51%

2009

 
 
82%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
75%

2011

 
 
76%

2010

 
 
56%

2009

 
 
89%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

84 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
46%

2010

 
 
61%

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 "Performing".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was designated "Underperforming".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was designated "Performing Plus".

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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1290 W. Vah Ki Inn Road
Coolidge, AZ 85228
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Phone: (602) 547-7961

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