Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Summary:

The Academy of Math and Science Camelback is a public charter elementary school serving grades K-8 in Phoenix, Arizona. The school has a diverse student population, with a majority Hispanic enrollment (over 85% in recent years).

The school's academic performance, as measured by state assessment proficiency rates, is significantly below the state averages across all grade levels and subjects. For example, in 2023-2024, the school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts ranged from 18% to 42%, compared to the state averages of 39% to 46%. In mathematics, the school's proficiency rates ranged from 14% to 34%, compared to the state averages of 28% to 43%. The school's performance is also below that of the overall Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. district, which has similar proficiency rates. Compared to the nearby schools, the Academy of Math and Science Camelback generally performs worse, with lower proficiency rates in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.

The school's statewide ranking has been consistently low, with the school ranking in the bottom half of Arizona elementary schools in recent years. For the 2023-2024 school year, the school ranked 713 out of 904 elementary schools in the state, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school has also experienced a concerning increase in dropout rates in recent years, rising from 1.0% in 2017-2018 to 8.8% in 2021-2022. These factors suggest that the Academy of Math and Science Camelback faces significant challenges in providing a high-quality education to its students, and addressing the academic underperformance, high dropout rates, and other factors will be crucial for the school to improve and better serve its community.


Detail:

Public, Charter K-8

 6633 W Camelback Rd
       Phoenix, AZ  85033-1614


(623) 547-5587

District: Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc.

SchoolDigger Rank:
702nd of 912 Arizona Elementary Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  n/a Help
Number of students:  1,058

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
85.8%
African American:
8.8%
White:
4.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  68% Help


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Compare Details Academy of Math and Science Camelback ranks worse than 77% of elementary schools in Arizona. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 19.72. (See more...)
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Compare Details Academy of Math and Science Camelback ranks worse than 76.9% of middle schools in Arizona. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 20.2. (See more...)
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Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (85.8%), African American (8.8%), White (4.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 68% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Academy of Math and Science Camelback:

SchoolDigger ranks Academy of Math and Science Camelback 702nd of 912 Arizona public elementary schools. (See Academy of Math and Science Camelback in the ranking list.)

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SchoolDigger ranks Academy of Math and Science Camelback 423rd of 550 Arizona public middle schools. (See Academy of Math and Science Camelback in the ranking list.)

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Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc.:

SchoolDigger ranks Academy of Mathematics and Science Inc. 248th of 297 Arizona school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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Rank History for all elementary school students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 21.41 881st 1109 20.6%
2019 22.40 801st 1039 22.9%
2021 23.49 918th 1226 25.1%
2023 29.91 829th 1245 33.4%
2024 19.72 702nd 912 23.0%
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Rank History for elementary school Multi-racial students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 36.27 666th 1027 35.2%
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Rank History for elementary school English Language Learner students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.26 89th 155 42.6%
2021 41.34 446th 975 54.3%
2023 34.91 237th 451 47.5%
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Rank History for elementary school Special Education students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 25.59 1016th 1201 15.4%
2023 60.58 219th 820 73.3%
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Rank History for elementary school Low Socio Economic Status students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.46 585th 820 28.7%
2023 40.12 644th 1116 42.3%
2024 26.10 421st 556 24.3%
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Rank History for elementary school Female students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 22.18 821st 1023 19.7%
2019 16.73 735th 862 14.7%
2021 22.06 976th 1219 19.9%
2023 26.09 880th 1219 27.8%
2024 11.63 550th 602 8.6%
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Rank History for elementary school Male students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 23.26 794th 1032 23.1%
2019 20.61 665th 850 21.8%
2021 27.87 839th 1220 31.2%
2023 30.60 802nd 1216 34.0%
2024 12.46 565th 628 10.0%
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Rank History for elementary school Asian students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 28.61 497th 620 19.8%
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Rank History for elementary school African American students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 38.13 525th 895 41.3%
2023 51.43 272nd 607 55.2%
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Rank History for elementary school Hispanic students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 29.01 666th 911 26.9%
2019 27.41 513th 709 27.6%
2021 29.48 846th 1198 29.4%
2023 36.74 719th 1170 38.5%
2024 23.97 366th 486 24.7%
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Rank History for elementary school White students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 28.55 907th 1161 21.9%
2023 23.17 841st 1024 17.9%
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Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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Rank History for all middle school students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 40.86 380th 711 46.6%
2019 20.70 477th 605 21.2%
2021 35.28 480th 832 42.3%
2022 19.25 481st 605 20.5%
2023 36.92 471st 854 44.8%
2024 20.20 423rd 550 23.1%
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Rank History for middle school Multi-racial students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 42.37 349th 650 46.3%
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Rank History for middle school English Language Learner students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 55.25 13th 31 58.1%
2021 45.85 173rd 606 71.5%
2023 27.31 97th 145 33.1%
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Rank History for middle school Special Education students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 28.10 644th 789 18.4%
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Rank History for middle school Low Socio Economic Status students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 57.17 162nd 503 67.8%
2022 24.04 279th 369 24.4%
2023 51.09 276th 717 61.5%
2024 29.87 210th 320 34.4%
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Rank History for middle school Female students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.11 360th 624 42.3%
2019 16.89 385th 466 17.4%
2021 34.96 477th 820 41.8%
2022 19.87 406th 494 17.8%
2023 34.01 480th 806 40.4%
2024 21.54 283rd 386 26.7%
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Rank History for middle school Male students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 48.53 259th 617 58.0%
2019 14.01 385th 435 11.5%
2021 36.07 463rd 818 43.4%
2022 17.72 394th 476 17.2%
2023 36.92 439th 810 45.8%
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Rank History for middle school Asian students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 68.42 99th 404 75.5%
2022 25.62 164th 192 14.6%
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Rank History for middle school African American students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 40.50 296th 573 48.3%
2023 41.52 220th 400 45.0%
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Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 54.16 191st 543 64.8%
2019 25.45 291st 387 24.8%
2021 41.25 405th 802 49.5%
2022 23.24 307th 392 21.7%
2023 43.53 367th 760 51.7%
2024 25.26 234th 329 28.9%
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Rank History for middle school White students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 41.12 445th 780 42.9%
2023 56.88 258th 675 61.8%
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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.

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Data source: Arizona Department of Education

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Reviews:
by a parent
Thursday, May 16, 2019

Open Quote This school has an outstanding sports program! The teachers who take the additional time to coach their sports teams make it very clear this staff develops meaningful relationships with their students and families. Being a newer school, there have been growing pains with turnover in staff transferring to new AMS campuses, but the school staff does an amazing job at taking the time with me whenever I have a concern about my child's performance in school. Close Quote


by a principal
Thursday, May 16, 2019

Open Quote AMS Camelback is dedicated to the safety and learning of all students. The rigorous academics allows students to gain a higher level of achievement in order to succeed in a global economy. Students are better prepared for higher learning and advanced in mathematics. I am confident that student focus encompasses the whole child as music and the arts is also offered as well as STEM. The AMS staff are in a partnership with community stakeholders to ensure success of all students. I am honored to work with such dedicated teachers and administrators and I am looking forward to the continued growth. Close Quote


by a principal
Thursday, May 16, 2019

Open Quote As someone who has transitioned from a teacher to a school leader at AMS Camelback, I can confidently say that the school, the network, and all stakeholders are committed to providing all of our kids a high-quality education. Working with fellow leaders within the network, I have realized just how open and receptive we are to feedback in order to grow stronger. Each year, we focus our efforts on creating the best possible experience for our students, families, teachers, and staff within our halls and classrooms.

We are committed to reflecting constantly upon the work that we do that is necessary to give all students the opportunity to succeed. I am proud to be a part of a network that recognizes there are challenges in our line of work and responds to them by planning purposely and working relentlessly to overcome them. Close Quote


by a principal
Thursday, May 16, 2019

Open Quote AMS Camelback has a dedicated and hard working staff that is committed to helping all students be successful! I am proud to be a part of this team! Close Quote



Enrollment information for Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2016 9 22 0 363 1 0 2 0 397
2017 19 26 2 533 0 0 5 0 585
2018 26 46 1 729 1 0 4 0 807
2019 34 65 7 1015 2 1 8 0 1132
2020 32 66 7 1038 3 0 6 0 1152
2021 40 86 7 1007 5 2 11 0 1158
2022 46 116 7 949 5 2 0 0 1125
2023 43 93 8 908 6 0 0 0 1058

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

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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 Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2016 397 n/a n/a 73.3
2017 585 n/a n/a 94.2
2018 807 n/a n/a 84.9
2019 1132 n/a n/a 84.9
2020 1152 n/a n/a 87.9
2021 1158 n/a n/a n/a
2022 1125 n/a n/a 30.8
2023 1058 n/a n/a 68

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 Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2016 397 n/a n/a 73.3
2017 585 n/a n/a 94.2
2018 807 n/a n/a 84.9
2019 1132 n/a n/a 84.9
2020 1152 n/a n/a 87.9
2021 1158 n/a n/a n/a
2022 1125 n/a n/a 30.8
2023 1058 n/a n/a 68

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 Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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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 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00 (NaN) $00
2020 $00 (0.0%) $648 (10.1%) $648 (10.1%) $4,074 (63.4%) $1,706 (26.5%) $5,780 (89.9%) $6,428

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

Impact of COVID-19 on Academy of Math and Science Camelback

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Rankings

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Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
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Post pandemic (2022-2023)
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Ranks 801st of 1039 Elementary schoolsRanks 829th of 1245 Elementary schools
 10.5%
Ranks 477th of 605 Middle schoolsRanks 471st of 854 Middle schools
 23.7%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students11321058
 6.5%
African American6593
 43.1%
American Indian26
 200%
Asian78
 14.3%
Hispanic1015908
 10.5%
Pacific Islander10
 100%
White3443
 26.5%
Two or More Races80
 100%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients84.9%68%
 16.9%


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In the 2022-23 school year, 1,058 students attended Academy of Math and Science Camelback.

Students at Academy of Math and Science Camelback are 86% Hispanic, 9% African American, 4% White.

Academy of Math and Science Camelback ranks in the bottom 23.0% of Arizona elementary schools.


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