Self Development Charter School

Summary:

Self Development Charter School is a high-performing elementary school in Mesa, Arizona that serves grades K-8 and has a diverse student population. The school consistently outperforms the state average in academic subjects like English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, ranking among the top elementary schools in Arizona.

In the 2023-2024 school year, Self Development Charter School ranked 39th out of 904 Arizona elementary schools and received a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's academic performance is significantly higher than the nearby public schools in the Mesa Unified District, with 68% of 3rd graders, 80% of 4th graders, and 79% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to state averages of 39%, 46%, and 35%, respectively. In Mathematics, 77% of 3rd graders, 84% of 4th graders, and 74% of 8th graders were proficient or better, compared to the state averages of 43%, 36%, and 28%.

Self Development Charter School also excels in science, with 85% of 5th graders and 87% of 8th graders scoring proficient or better on the AzSCI assessment in 2022-2023, compared to the state averages of 34% and 27%, respectively. The school has maintained very low dropout rates, with 0% in most years and a maximum of 2.3% in 2018-2019. While the school's spending per student has increased from $7,524 in 2019-2020 to $9,801 in 2021-2022, which is higher than the nearby public schools, the student-teacher ratio is not provided in the data.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 1709 N Greenfield Rd
       Mesa, AZ  85205-3103


(480) 641-2640

District: Self Development Charter School

SchoolDigger Rank:
39th of 904 Arizona Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $9,801 Help


Student/teacher ratio:  0.0 Help
Number of students:  402

Racial breakdown:

White:
48.3%
Hispanic:
25.4%
Asian:
10.0%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  0% Help


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Compare Details Self Development Charter School ranks better than 95.7% of elementary schools in Arizona. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 94.6. (See more...)
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Compare Details Self Development Charter School ranks better than 94.2% of middle schools in Arizona. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 93.91. (See more...)
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (48.3%), Hispanic (25.4%), Asian (10%). (See more...)
Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Self Development Charter School is $9,801.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

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SchoolDigger ranks Self Development Charter School 39th of 904 Arizona public elementary schools. (See Self Development Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Self Development Charter School 31st of 533 Arizona public middle schools. (See Self Development Charter School in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Self Development Charter School 23rd of 288 Arizona school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Self Development Charter School

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 94.57 5th 1062 99.5%
2010 95.50 5th 1090 99.5%
2011 95.24 5th 1075 99.5%
2012 92.43 14th 1141 98.8%
2013 94.71 4th 1158 99.7%
2014 96.38 4th 1079 99.6%
2015 98.52 6th 955 99.4%
2016 98.18 4th 1079 99.6%
2017 97.10 15th 1106 98.6%
2018 96.42 17th 1109 98.5%
2019 94.30 36th 1039 96.5%
2021 91.18 104th 1226 91.5%
2022 90.92 55th 1000 94.5%
2023 96.42 29th 1245 97.7%
2024 94.60 39th 904 95.7%
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Rank History for elementary school Multi-racial students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 81.75 82nd 1027 92.0%
2022 87.13 18th 444 95.9%
2023 89.29 22nd 617 96.4%
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Rank History for elementary school Special Education students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 68.03 175th 1201 85.4%
2022 88.84 11th 145 92.4%
2023 82.56 67th 820 91.8%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 94.19 34th 1023 96.7%
2019 92.16 38th 862 95.6%
2021 90.15 96th 1219 92.1%
2022 85.74 60th 824 92.7%
2023 96.52 18th 1219 98.5%
2024 90.60 27th 593 95.4%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 97.04 12th 1032 98.8%
2019 91.25 41st 850 95.2%
2021 87.47 134th 1220 89.0%
2022 88.37 48th 830 94.2%
2023 91.75 76th 1216 93.8%
2024 82.76 72nd 609 88.2%
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Rank History for elementary school Asian students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 70.40 146th 620 76.5%
2022 71.89 62nd 270 77.0%
2023 85.46 27th 316 91.5%
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Rank History for elementary school African American students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 60.20 200th 895 77.7%
2023 81.54 63rd 607 89.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Hispanic students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 99.31 2nd 911 99.8%
2021 80.44 141st 1198 88.2%
2022 80.77 97th 716 86.5%
2023 79.63 171st 1170 85.4%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 89.43 39th 720 94.6%
2019 85.37 37th 595 93.8%
2021 82.68 131st 1161 88.7%
2022 88.21 35th 800 95.6%
2023 92.38 22nd 1024 97.9%
2024 86.34 33rd 477 93.1%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Self Development Charter School

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Rank History for all middle school students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 94.25 9th 663 98.6%
2010 96.35 6th 692 99.1%
2011 96.09 10th 685 98.5%
2012 89.74 31st 772 96.0%
2013 92.03 23rd 787 97.1%
2014 96.39 10th 690 98.6%
2015 96.01 21st 521 96.0%
2016 99.57 4th 677 99.4%
2017 98.23 9th 695 98.7%
2018 93.50 28th 711 96.1%
2019 88.37 56th 605 90.7%
2021 89.44 61st 832 92.7%
2022 93.63 25th 605 95.9%
2023 97.41 21st 854 97.5%
2024 93.91 31st 533 94.2%
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Rank History for middle school Multi-racial students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 40.70 367th 650 43.5%
2022 87.37 10th 211 95.3%
2023 86.45 17th 384 95.6%
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Rank History for middle school Special Education students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 93.01 11th 789 98.6%
2022 90.85 5th 36 86.1%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 91.75 31st 624 95.0%
2019 88.48 36th 466 92.3%
2021 88.89 56th 820 93.2%
2022 88.06 32nd 494 93.5%
2023 96.85 18th 806 97.8%
2024 94.73 16th 379 95.8%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for middle school Male students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 96.19 16th 617 97.4%
2019 92.19 20th 435 95.4%
2021 87.62 69th 818 91.6%
2022 92.49 21st 476 95.6%
2023 94.47 28th 810 96.5%
2024 92.65 25th 356 93.0%
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Rank History for middle school Asian students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 63.58 136th 404 66.3%
2022 70.47 43rd 192 77.6%
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Rank History for middle school African American students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 69.10 75th 573 86.9%
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Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 89.11 39th 802 95.1%
2022 67.97 100th 392 74.5%
2023 85.12 64th 760 91.6%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Self Development Charter School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 79.87 61st 436 86.0%
2019 80.02 44th 337 86.9%
2021 84.72 57th 780 92.7%
2022 91.11 20th 446 95.5%
2023 95.62 13th 675 98.1%
2024 95.93 7th 273 97.4%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Elementary Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Arizona Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Friday, September 4, 2015

Open Quote My son is a kindergartner at Self Development Academy (formerly Self Development Charter School), and I have nothing but praise to offer this excellent school. I honestly feel such gratitude that it's tuition-free, yet, my child is receiving a private school education each and every day! He loves his teacher and he loves his classmates, as well. Every morning, he's excited to go to school and I'm so impressed by what he is learning. The curriculum is accelerated (they spend the first four weeks reviewing kindergarten-level material) and then they jump into the 1st Grade curriculum. It was a little daunting, at first, as I wondered if he could handle it, but he has more than risen to the occasion. I really credit SDA and Mrs. Haschke for that, not to mention the time we spend with him reading and reviewing homework. Speaking of, parental involvement is a must, but shouldn't it be, anyway? Thank you, SDA, for all you do to shape our little students and turn them into life-long learners. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, August 8, 2010

Open Quote Self Development Charter School has been an excellent school for my children. We have been a part of the SDCS family for 7 years. Both my children continue to grow and succeed at all levels of the challenging curriculum. They offer a nurturing environment and teach to the needs of each individual. Close Quote


by a parent
Friday, May 8, 2009

Open Quote The faculty really cares about the success of each child that attends the school and they work very hard to help them learn and grow. My son has been going there since kindergarten and is in 5th grade doing 6th grade work. Close Quote


by a parent
Sunday, May 3, 2009

Open Quote Great School. The school staff is excellent and very attentive to the students. My kids enjoy the school and the parents are excellent. The schools mission and goals are right on point with the students learning. I definately would recommend to others.

Mike J Close Quote



Enrollment information for Self Development Charter School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2001 47 5 0 6 0 n/a n/a 0 58
2002 132 7 5 15 1 n/a n/a 0 160
2003 132 7 5 15 1 n/a n/a 0 160
2004 152 7 7 30 1 n/a n/a 0 197
2005 141 9 13 37 2 n/a n/a 0 202
2006 161 12 10 35 2 n/a n/a 0 220
2007 200 12 16 47 2 n/a n/a 0 277
2008 198 13 22 44 2 n/a n/a 0 279
2009 189 19 25 37 1 n/a n/a 0 271
2010 209 25 28 38 1 n/a n/a 0 301
2011 227 42 12 42 4 29 0 0 356
2012 297 38 16 62 4 25 9 0 451
2013 301 32 26 54 5 18 12 0 448
2014 298 24 36 76 5 10 13 0 462
2015 281 25 31 99 4 7 13 0 460
2016 264 20 34 121 2 8 20 0 469
2017 262 19 35 126 2 5 19 0 468
2018 240 25 36 123 2 5 30 0 461
2019 262 22 38 129 2 6 40 0 499
2020 268 18 41 130 1 3 47 0 508
2021 241 20 49 142 3 1 51 0 507
2022 206 29 37 107 1 2 40 0 422
2023 194 26 40 102 3 1 36 0 402

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Self Development Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 58 n/a 0.0 n/a
2002 160 n/a n/a n/a
2003 160 n/a n/a n/a
2004 197 n/a n/a n/a
2005 202 n/a n/a 6.9
2006 220 n/a n/a 6.4
2007 277 n/a n/a 13
2008 279 n/a n/a 9.3
2009 271 n/a n/a 11.1
2010 301 n/a n/a 5.6
2011 356 n/a n/a 2.8
2012 451 n/a n/a n/a
2013 448 n/a n/a 0
2014 462 n/a n/a n/a
2015 460 n/a n/a n/a
2016 469 n/a n/a n/a
2017 468 n/a n/a n/a
2018 461 n/a n/a n/a
2019 499 n/a n/a n/a
2020 508 n/a n/a n/a
2021 507 n/a n/a n/a
2022 422 n/a n/a n/a
2023 402 n/a n/a n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Self Development Charter School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2001 58 n/a 0.0 n/a
2002 160 n/a n/a n/a
2003 160 n/a n/a n/a
2004 197 n/a n/a n/a
2005 202 n/a n/a 6.9
2006 220 n/a n/a 6.4
2007 277 n/a n/a 13
2008 279 n/a n/a 9.3
2009 271 n/a n/a 11.1
2010 301 n/a n/a 5.6
2011 356 n/a n/a 2.8
2012 451 n/a n/a n/a
2013 448 n/a n/a 0
2014 462 n/a n/a n/a
2015 460 n/a n/a n/a
2016 469 n/a n/a n/a
2017 468 n/a n/a n/a
2018 461 n/a n/a n/a
2019 499 n/a n/a n/a
2020 508 n/a n/a n/a
2021 507 n/a n/a n/a
2022 422 n/a n/a n/a
2023 402 n/a n/a n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Self Development Charter School

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YearPersonnel Expenditures from Federal FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from Federal FundsTotal Expenditures from Federal FundsPersonnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsNon-Personnel Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $00 (0.0%) $00 (0.0%) $00 (0.0%) $4,780 (62.9%) $2,818 (37.1%) $7,598 (100.0%) $7,598
2020 $00 (0.0%) n/a n/a $2,478 (32.9%) $5,046 (67.1%) $7,524 (100.0%) $7,524
2022 $00 (0.0%) $70 (0.7%) $70 (0.7%) $5,367 (54.8%) $4,363 (44.5%) $9,731 (99.3%) $9,801

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Self Development Charter School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Ranks 36th of 1039 Elementary schoolsRanks 29th of 1245 Elementary schools
 1.1%
Ranks 56th of 605 Middle schoolsRanks 21st of 854 Middle schools
 6.8%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students499402
 19.4%
African American2226
 18.2%
American Indian23
 50%
Asian3840
 5.3%
Hispanic129102
 20.9%
Pacific Islander61
 83.3%
White262194
 26%
Two or More Races4036
 10%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Self Development Charter School

Students at Self Development Charter School are 48% White, 25% Hispanic, 10% Asian, 9% Two or more races, 6% African American.

Yes! Self Development Charter School is one of the best elementary schools in the state. It ranks 39th of 904 Arizona elementary schools.

In the 2022-23 school year, 402 students attended Self Development Charter School.


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