Elementary Schools in STEP UP Schools Inc.

The STEP UP Schools Inc. district in Arizona operates a single elementary school, Step Up School, which serves a predominantly low-income and minority student population. Despite spending a relatively high amount per student, the school has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of elementary schools in Arizona and struggles with significantly below-average academic performance across multiple grade levels and subject areas.

Step Up School's enrollment of 63 students is predominantly Hispanic (74.6%) and African American (14.29%), with 93.65% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school's dropout rate of 3.1% is concerning, and its statewide ranking has steadily declined over the past several years, from 1068 out of 1109 elementary schools in 2017-2018 to 952 out of 1245 in 2022-2023. This suggests that the school is not keeping pace with improvements in other Arizona elementary schools.

While Step Up School spends a relatively high amount per student ($17,745), the data indicates that this spending is not translating into improved academic outcomes. The school's consistently low proficiency rates on state assessments, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics, suggest that the school may not be effectively meeting the educational needs of its students. This raises questions about the efficient use of resources and the effectiveness of the school's instructional practices and support services.