At a glance
Reported students
168
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
13
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–06
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Arizona elementary enrollment
14th percentile
Compared with 1,189 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
168
Discover U: 168 reported students.
State peer staffing position
19th percentile
12.9:1 reported; state peer median 16.3:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 131
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.1:1
What the reported data says about Discover U
Discover U is a public elementary school serving grades KG–06 in Youngtown. It is one of 1 current school records connected to Kaizen Education Foundation dba Discover U Element (91328). NCES reports 168 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,189 elementary schools in Arizona with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 453 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 14th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.9:1, below the Arizona median of 16.3:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (68.5%) and White (14.3%). English learners represent 13% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.5%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Discover U
- 1How do the reported 12.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 13 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 13%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White14.3%
- Hispanic68.5%
- Black11.9%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5.4%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Public schools near Discover U
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverview School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 801 | 0.6 mi |
| Thompson Ranch Elementary Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 759 | 1.1 mi |
| El Mirage Elementary School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 722 | 1.4 mi |
| Surprise Elementary School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 782 | 2.3 mi |
| Dysart Middle School Elementary · Dysart Unified District (4243) | PK–08 | 602 | 2.4 mi |
| Arizona Autism Charter School West Valley Campus Elementary · Charter · Arizona Autism Charter Schools Inc. (91958) | KG–08 | 199 | 2.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Discover U
What grades does Discover U serve?
Discover U reports grades KG–06 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Kaizen Education Foundation dba Discover U Element (91328).
How many students attend Discover U?
Discover U reported 168 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 14th percentile among 1,189 Arizona elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 131 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Discover U?
The calculated ratio is 12.9:1, based on 168 students and 13 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Arizona median for the same school level is 16.3:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Discover U a public, charter, or magnet school?
Discover U is a public school operating as a charter school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
Which school district is Discover U in?
Discover U is part of Kaizen Education Foundation dba Discover U Element (91328), based in Phoenix, AZ, which operates 1 current school. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Discover U?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Riverview School (0.6 mi), Thompson Ranch Elementary (1.1 mi), El Mirage Elementary School (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.