For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public charter schools serving 2,371 students in 85308, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85308, AZ are Challenge Charter School, Intelli-school Glendale and Thrivepoint High School At Grovers. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85308 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85308, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85308, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Challenge Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5801 W Greenbriar Dr
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 938-5411
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 938-5411
Gr: K-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Intelli-school Glendale
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4961 W Bell Rd Ste B9
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 564-7210
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 564-7210
Gr: 9-12 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Thrivepoint High School At Grovers
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4744 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 58:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Thrivepoint High School At Buckeye
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6213 S. Miller Ave., Suite 109
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 141 students Student-teacher ratio: 141:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Thrivepoint High School At Metro
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9640 N Metro Pkwy W Unit 147
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 216 students Student-teacher ratio: 216:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Ombudsman Online Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3624 West Bell Road Suite 4-6
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 840-2997
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 840-2997
Gr: 9-12 | 469 students Student-teacher ratio: 78:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #6 - 76. - 7.
Thrivepoint High School At Avondale
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1035 E. Van Buren Street, Suit
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 134:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #88.
Thrivepoint High School At Union Hills
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3515 W Union Hills Dr Ste 119
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 843-3891
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 843-3891
Gr: 9-12 | 104 students Student-teacher ratio: 104:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #99.
Thrivepoint Online High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4744 W Grovers Ave
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 621-4398
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 621-4398
Gr: 9-12 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 103:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #1010.
Thrivepoint High School At Surprise
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16578 W Greenway Rd Ste 204 Bl
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Glendale, AZ 85308
(602) 870-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 323 students Student-teacher ratio: 162:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85308, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85308, AZ include Challenge Charter School, Intelli-school Glendale and Thrivepoint High School At Grovers.
How many public charter schools are located in 85308?
10 public charter schools are located in 85308.
What is the racial composition of students in 85308?
85308 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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