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Milestones Charter School

Charter | K-8 | 283 students

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3 stars

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2013:
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2012:
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2011:
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2010:
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Posted September 24, 2006

I researched many public,charter, and private schools. I observed to extent many,many classes and schools for kindergarten. I knew this was the best fit! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming, and the staff has been exceptional in keeping open lines of communication and genuinely cares about each child. This school is not about being 'worksheet smart', they individualize and provide a more than well rounded education. My son has already made a huge leap in learning just in the first month he has been there. His teacher, Ms. Rosy is not only kind and compassionate, she also challenges their learning. Our family is blessed to have such a fabulous teacher and school that we can support. I feel we are getting more than a private education, at this charter school. We have a son who springs out of bed in the morning, excited for a new opportunity to learn! Becky Lewis
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 12, 2006

Well as a student milestones it's a very great school! We are well displined, and still have alot of fun. We have an awesome girls volleyball, and girls and boys basketball team . We don't get a lot of homework only because we don't get out of school until 3:30. The teachers are great but can be very strict. P.T.A(parent teacher appreation) is a great way for all the parents to get involed in the school events.
—Submitted by Faith Maxson, a student


Posted September 6, 2006

My daughter started the year in Milestones and I have to command you on the great acceptance and help she received and the wonderful welcome. Apart from that the school has shown extraordinary involvement and openness to the need of the children and the communication with the parents. I must compliment you on the fantastic web site that enables us to follow and keep up with all the new activities that take place.
—Submitted by Samuel Shemer, a parent


Posted May 11, 2006

Great school,great involvment, great attitudes. Lots of extracurricular activities.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 15, 2005

My two oldest children go to Milestones. They have attended there since the school was at its orignal location. They are doing wonderfully and the help that my son is receiving is fantastic. My kids are learning about community and working together and sharing ideas. They are also learning about personal responsibility and all the required things as well. They are truly doing a wonderful job! Becky Moore
—Submitted by Becky, a parent


Posted May 12, 2005

all around fabulous school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 5, 2005

The philosophy of this school is fabulous.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 3, 2005

My son attends the preschool at Milestones and I am extremely pleased with how he has excelled, what he has learned and how caring and attentive the teachers are. I love this school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 2, 2005

I have 3 boys that are at Milestones. My oldest has been there since 5th grade, I would never put him back in public school. The teachers here truly care about the students. They have positive discipline which my 8yr old responds to much better than negative. My kindergartner is very talkative and Ms.Gloria loves him just the same. She listens to him and encourages his learning. they are all thriving here.The Priciple in incredible, awesome and loves the kids as well. Signed: an extremely satisfied parent for 3 years
—Submitted by Karen Hart, a parent


Posted January 29, 2005

I am just looking at the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 2, 2004

Milestones does a great job of truly individualizing a student's education.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 15, 2002

I have two boys that attend Milestones. I am very pleased with this school. My oldest son is finally being encouraged to exceed. The public school did not push him at all. He is doing GREAT and getting good grades and most of all he likes it there. He is having fun learning. My youngest is in Kindergarten and he is thriving on the love and attention he gets from Ms. Gloria, she is the best person for that job. She has the patience of a saint. signed.... very pleased 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.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
90%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
71%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

40 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
71%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 79% in 2009.

34 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
97%
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.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
72%

2010

 
 
49%

2009

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 75% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
77%

2010

 
 
74%

2009

 
 
79%
Science

The state average for Science was 63% in 2012.

33 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
61%

2011

 
 
63%

2010

 
 
60%

2009

 
 
63%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 83% in 2009.

28 students were tested at this school in 2009.

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 63% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
61%

2009

 
 
88%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
80%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
71%

2009

 
 
100%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

44 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
79%

2009

 
 
100%
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.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
39%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
80%

2009

 
 
100%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
89%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
100%

2009

 
 
96%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 56% in 2012.

28 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
46%

2011

 
 
79%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
100%
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.

11 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
87%

2009

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2012.

11 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
73%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
80%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 52% in 2012.

11 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
55%

2011

 
 
59%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
93%
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.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
82%

2010

 
 
53%

2009

 
 
70%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 72% in 2012.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
93%

2009

 
 
79%
Science

The state average for Science was 68% in 2012.

23 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
73%

2009

 
 
56%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 86% in 2009.

23 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
100%
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 Plus".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was designated "Highly Performing".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was designated "Highly Performing".

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 79% 45%
Hispanic 8% 41%
Black 7% 6%
Unspecified 5% N/A
American Indian or Alaska Native N/A 6%
Asian N/A 3%
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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4707 East Robert E Lee Street
Phoenix, AZ 85032
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Phone: (602) 404-1009

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