Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Summary:

Imagine Schools at Buckeye is a public charter elementary school serving 296 students in grades K-8 in Buckeye, Arizona. While the school has seen an increase in Hispanic student enrollment in recent years, it has struggled academically compared to the state and nearby schools.

Imagine Schools at Buckeye's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are significantly below the state averages across all grade levels. For example, in 8th grade ELA, the school's proficiency rate was 25% compared to the state average of 37%. The school's statewide ranking has also declined, dropping from 402 out of 1,039 Arizona elementary schools in 2018-2019 to 841 out of 1,245 in 2022-2023. The school is currently rated 2 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. While African American students perform relatively well, ranking 238 out of 607 Arizona elementary schools, Hispanic and White students struggle, ranking 962 out of 1,170 and 732 out of 1,024, respectively.

Imagine Schools at Buckeye's academic performance is significantly worse than nearby public schools like Bales Elementary, Buckeye Elementary, and Sundance Elementary, which all have higher proficiency rates and better statewide rankings. The school's declining performance and wide disparities across student subgroups suggest the need for further investigation and targeted interventions to improve educational outcomes for all students.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 2400 S 247th Ave
       Buckeye, AZ  85326-9628


(623) 250-4580

District: West Gilbert Charter Elementary School Inc.


Student/teacher ratio:  n/a Help
Number of students:  296

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
54.1%
White:
33.8%
African American:
6.4%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  54.7% Help


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Compare Details Imagine Schools at Buckeye is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 29.01. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 30.78. (See more...)
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (54.1%), White (33.8%), African American (6.4%). (See more...)
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Imagine Schools at Buckeye was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.



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Rank History for Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2009 49.88 542nd 1062 49.0%
2010 50.24 532nd 1090 51.2%
2011 54.86 472nd 1075 56.1%
2012 71.22 311th 1141 72.7%
2013 59.01 470th 1158 59.4%
2014 62.50 409th 1079 62.1%
2015 52.79 397th 955 58.4%
2016 59.78 409th 1079 62.1%
2017 45.00 555th 1106 49.8%
2018 57.37 438th 1109 60.5%
2019 59.61 402nd 1039 61.3%
2021 30.39 785th 1226 36.0%
2022 13.68 870th 1000 13.0%
2023 29.01 841st 1245 32.4%
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Rank History for elementary school Multi-racial students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 21.04 559th 617 9.4%
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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 60.97 267th 820 67.4%
2023 30.96 796th 1116 28.7%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 42.69 539th 1023 47.3%
2021 7.82 1219th 1219 0.0%
2022 24.44 653rd 824 20.8%
2023 35.99 718th 1219 41.1%
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Rank History for elementary school Military Connected students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 42.63 94th 145 35.2%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 65.04 343rd 1032 66.8%
2021 55.55 471st 1220 61.4%
2022 15.12 731st 830 11.9%
2023 22.71 949th 1216 22.0%
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Rank History for elementary school Asian students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 46.12 397th 620 36.0%
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Rank History for elementary school African American students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 56.41 238th 607 60.8%
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Rank History for elementary school Hispanic students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 49.60 511th 1198 57.3%
2023 22.26 962nd 1170 17.8%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.85 518th 720 28.1%
2019 50.24 306th 595 48.6%
2021 6.21 1149th 1161 1.0%
2023 31.87 732nd 1024 28.5%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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Rank History for all middle school students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 30.78 543rd 854 36.4%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 39.42 391st 717 45.5%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 28.76 539th 806 33.1%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 40.58 407th 810 49.8%
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Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 34.72 465th 760 38.8%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2023 30.09 479th 675 29.0%
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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

Review counts

All ratings (Avg rating: 3.6)
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Reviews:
by a parent
Tuesday, April 4, 2017

Open Quote Pretty unhappy with my child's teacher this year. I don't think I have ever felt like any of the previous teachers were there solely for a paycheck, but this one, she seems to be very preoccupied with things that should be handled when you don't have 25 third graders asking you questions. My child's IEP teacher is even harder to deal with. I had been trying to schedule a meeting for three weeks to go over the latest testing. She never responded. Finally copied the principal on the email and I received a response back in an hour. Then we get in the meet and she proceeds to tell me they have a problem with my child in class and have for a while now. Lack of communication seems to be a theme here. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Open Quote My children and I just adore this school. The staff members are welcoming and my children are thriving. It's nice to have them in a place where I know that they are learning and greatly loved! Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Open Quote My family and I have been a part of this school since the day the doors opened. Imagine West Gilbert is a second home to us. Both of my children love it here. We have watched them grow and thrive. Their needs have always been put first by their teachers and all of the staff. Not only am I a parent, but I am a teacher here as well. I love coming to work each day. The staff and families, that make Imagine West Gilbert what it is, are second to none. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Open Quote Imagine West Gilbert has been amazing for my children. They have a family atmosphere and the teachers really care about the kids!! I have 2 children that attend this school a 5th and 6th grader! I am also a teacher at Imagine West Gilbert and even though teachers always try to "talk" their school up I prove it. I not only LOVE my school because I work their but my kids attend!!! The administration cares deeply for the students and are highly involved in everyday activities. They are supportive and the students love them. I can't imagine my daughters attending any other school. Close Quote


by a parent
Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Open Quote I feel Imagine West Gilbert encompasses all you desire for your child. They focus on strong academics, excellent character building, high expectations, love, care, and nurturing. This is my daughter's first year at Imagine West Gilbert and for once I feel she is being challenged academically. She now understands the meaning of working hard and putting forth effort in order to succeed. I love that her teacher expects the best from her and does not allow her to settle for less. Not only does her teacher expect the best from her, but she now owns her education and can tell you how she is performing academically as a student. On top of that, she participates in extra curricular activities which many other elementary schools do not offer. She loves to come to this school and that makes me happy and proud as a parent!!! Close Quote


by a parent
Saturday, July 25, 2009

Open Quote Very unhappy with the administration, this school no longer has the childrens best interest in mind. They are much more focused on popularity among teachers and will talk nice to the children when parents are around, but when you are not there it is a very negative enviroment. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2002 296 20 18 42 9 n/a n/a 0 385
2003 296 20 18 42 9 n/a n/a 0 385
2004 319 33 25 39 7 n/a n/a 0 423
2005 348 28 30 57 7 n/a n/a 0 470
2006 342 54 38 69 5 n/a n/a 0 508
2007 316 52 34 80 17 n/a n/a 0 499
2008 277 45 30 78 23 n/a n/a 0 453
2009 274 37 23 68 13 n/a n/a 0 415
2010 273 45 30 74 15 n/a n/a 0 437
2011 225 41 16 70 16 10 8 0 386
2012 253 44 16 70 14 7 12 0 416
2013 257 45 16 70 10 8 14 0 420
2014 227 37 11 76 6 6 18 0 381
2015 206 29 7 63 7 4 18 0 334
2016 121 17 5 40 5 1 13 0 202
2017 163 26 7 67 7 1 19 0 290
2018 156 24 3 51 4 1 17 0 256
2019 104 18 7 45 4 1 8 0 187
2020 101 7 8 36 4 0 13 0 169
2021 17 2 2 10 0 0 3 0 34
2022 48 11 1 61 1 1 10 0 133
2023 100 19 1 160 1 1 14 0 296

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 Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 385 n/a n/a n/a
2003 385 n/a n/a n/a
2004 423 n/a n/a 18.2
2005 470 n/a n/a 15.3
2006 508 n/a n/a 18.3
2007 499 n/a n/a n/a
2008 453 n/a n/a 19
2009 415 n/a n/a 13.3
2010 437 n/a n/a 28.1
2011 386 n/a n/a 29.5
2012 416 n/a n/a 31.7
2013 420 n/a n/a 33.1
2014 381 n/a n/a 34.6
2015 334 n/a n/a 33.2
2016 202 n/a n/a n/a
2017 290 n/a n/a 41.4
2018 256 n/a n/a 33.6
2019 187 n/a n/a 41.2
2020 169 n/a n/a 38.5
2021 34 n/a n/a n/a
2022 133 n/a n/a 13.5
2023 296 n/a n/a 54.7

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 Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2002 385 n/a n/a n/a
2003 385 n/a n/a n/a
2004 423 n/a n/a 18.2
2005 470 n/a n/a 15.3
2006 508 n/a n/a 18.3
2007 499 n/a n/a n/a
2008 453 n/a n/a 19
2009 415 n/a n/a 13.3
2010 437 n/a n/a 28.1
2011 386 n/a n/a 29.5
2012 416 n/a n/a 31.7
2013 420 n/a n/a 33.1
2014 381 n/a n/a 34.6
2015 334 n/a n/a 33.2
2016 202 n/a n/a n/a
2017 290 n/a n/a 41.4
2018 256 n/a n/a 33.6
2019 187 n/a n/a 41.2
2020 169 n/a n/a 38.5
2021 34 n/a n/a n/a
2022 133 n/a n/a 13.5
2023 296 n/a n/a 54.7

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.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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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 $1,042 (6.9%) $39 (0.3%) $2,124 (14.1%) $9,123 (60.7%) $4,830 (32.1%) $13,953 (92.8%) $15,035

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Imagine Schools at Buckeye

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 402nd of 1039 Elementary schoolsRanks 841st of 1245 Elementary schools
 28.9%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students187296
 58.3%
African American1819
 5.6%
American Indian41
 75%
Asian71
 85.7%
Hispanic45160
 255.6%
Pacific Islander11
White104100
 3.8%
Two or More Races814
 75%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients41.2%54.7%
 13.6%


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Students at Imagine Schools at Buckeye are 54% Hispanic, 34% White, 6% African American, 5% Two or more races.

In the 2022-23 school year, 296 students attended Imagine Schools at Buckeye.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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