Choice Learning Academy vs Pensar Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Arizona, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Choice Learning Academy
Phoenix · Public middle · Grades 4–8
462 students
Pensar Academy
Litchfield Park · Charter middle · Grades 4–8
203 students
| Measure | Choice Learning Academy Phoenix, Arizona | Pensar Academy Litchfield Park, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #181 of 203 | #119 of 203 |
| National rank | #15040 of 15,369 | #12915 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 462 | 203 |
| Enrollment | 462 | 203 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 29% |
| city | Phoenix | Litchfield Park |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pensar Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.7 vs 10.6).
- •Pensar Academy does better on math proficiency (29% vs 18%).
- •Pensar Academy does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 20%).
- •Pensar Academy does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 18.5).
- •Choice Learning Academy is the larger school with 462 students compared with 203.
- •Choice Learning Academy is a public school while Pensar Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Choice Learning Academy better than Pensar Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Pensar Academy ranks higher (24.7 vs 10.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Choice Learning Academy and Pensar Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Phoenix and Litchfield Park in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Choice Learning Academy: 462. Pensar Academy: 203. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Choice Learning Academy and Pensar Academy rank in Arizona?
Choice Learning Academy is 181st of 203 and Pensar Academy is 119th of 203 among middle schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).