- Why Happy Valley
Academic Performance
At Happy Valley School, academic excellence is not just a goal – it is a standard we uphold every single day. Our Back-to-Basics approach, dedicated teachers, and committed families have helped us earn and maintain our status as one of Arizona’s top-performing public charter schools.
About our school
Arizona's A Rated Excelling School
Happy Valley School is proudly rated an Arizona “Excelling” A Rated school by the Arizona Department of Education.
This distinction reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, parents, and staff – and it is a standard we take seriously.
Our students’ academic scores are publicly measured and compared against other schools across Arizona, and we are proud of where we stand.
Academic Performance
What Drives Our Academic Success
Our strong academic performance is the result of a clear, consistent commitment to:
- Phonics-first, mastery-based reading instruction beginning in Kindergarten
- Direct instruction in core skills – reading, writing, and math
- Regular school-wide assessments to monitor and support every student's progress
- Statewide testing participation to benchmark performance against Arizona State Standards
- Experienced, caring teachers in every classroom, every day
See How We Measure Up
We believe in full transparency when it comes to student achievement. Our academic performance data is publicly available and regularly updated through the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools (ASBCS).
Get a snapshot of how Happy Valley School students are performing across key academic metrics – and see for yourself why families across Peoria trust us with their children’s education.