Self Development Charter School

Self Development Charter School is the sole elementary school serving grades K-8 in the Self Development Charter School District, located in Mesa, Arizona. This public charter school has consistently demonstrated exceptional academic performance, ranking among the top 53 out of 909 elementary schools in the state and earning a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The school's standout achievements include high proficiency rates in core subjects, significantly outpacing state averages. In the 2024-2025 school year, 92% of 5th-grade students were proficient or better in Science, compared to the state average of 34%. Similarly, 88% of 5th-grade students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 38%. The school's Mathematics proficiency rates for grades 3-8 ranged from 65% to 92%, further showcasing its academic excellence.

Despite its high performance, Self Development Charter School maintains a relatively low dropout rate of 5.2% for the 2023-2024 school year, which is lower than the state average. Additionally, the school's efficient resource allocation, with a spending of $9,801 per student in the 2021-2022 school year, suggests that it is effectively utilizing its resources to support student learning and achievement.