Serving 376 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Destiny School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 376 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Destiny School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Destiny School's student population of 376 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
376 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring Excellence
School Rankings
Destiny School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Destiny School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#303 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
56%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
19%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
20%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Destiny School's ranking?
Destiny School is ranked #303 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Destiny School often compared to?
Destiny Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek, Copper Rim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Destiny School?
376 students attend Destiny School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Destiny School students are American Indian, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Destiny School?
Destiny School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Destiny School offer ?
Destiny School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Destiny School part of?
Destiny School is part of Destiny School Inc. (6258) School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
For the third time in two years my child said to a teacher either my mom picking me up or something like that when I never said that ,called anyone ,or sent a note she should have been on bus .when I called to complain I was hung up on.
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