Did you know?
65%
of all US 4th graders are not reading at grade level?!
3rd Grade
reading level indicates a student’s chances of graduating high school
Kindergarten
teachers, if low quality, have been shown to have a negative impact on the student that lasts through their adult years?!
ACA parents are confident they’ve chosen the right school to grow their child’s curiosity, creativity and passion for learning.
We encourage and nurture academic growth.
Our students are prepared for high school and beyond with the skills they learn.
We have been continuously rated an A+ School of Excellence.
We are fostering a community minded school.
We are an award winning A rated school.
We have some of the highest quality teachers in our award winning workplace.
What Our Parents Are Saying:
“Everyone from the cafeteria workers to the administration and the teachers are absolutely amazing!! Best decision I made for my child’s education.” – Angela S.
“From the front office workers to the teachers to the staff helping the children in the morning. This school is exceptional!” – Lupe C.
“Other schools used to say my son could not achieve his grade level work, but here at ACA not only is he achieving his grade level work, he is exceeding it for the first time ever. My son has received awards for his efforts and it’s thanks to ACA. I would recommend ACA to anyone.” – Amanda T.
Are you worried about the low quality of your child’s current school? Set your child up for success and enroll for ACA today!
Part 1: Application for Admission
Complete the Application for Admission. Applications are accepted all year. Open Enrollment applications are eligible for the Open Enrollment Lottery NOTE: All applications received after Open Enrollment will be offered a spot on a first come first served basis.
Enroll Online Today for the Upcoming 2025/2026 School Year
Part 2: Offers of Enrollment or Waitlist
After the Open Enrollment Lottery students will be offered enrollment to ACA or given a waitlist number. At this time, offered students will need to complete the enrollment process.
Applications can be completed online at www.azcharter.com/apply, downloaded from our website and printed or picked up in the ACA Enrollment Center. See the enrollment requirements below for more details.
Policies & Procedures
Thank you for your interest in Arizona Charter Academy. Please take a moment to look over the following information about our Application and Enrollment process. If you have any questions please contact the ACA Enrollment Center at Admissions@azcharter.com or 623-302-5718 or stop by the Enrollment Center located in our Front Office 16025 N Dysart. Rd. Surprise, AZ 85374.
For detailed information on the entire admissions and enrollment process, we’ve included a comprehensive overview of the policies and procedures that relate to the Admission and Enrollment of a student. This document also includes information on application priority status as well as detailed information about how the lottery and waitlist system work. We encourage parents and guardians to read through and let us know if you have any questions.
Open Enrollment Requirements
Applications can be completed online at www.azcharter.com/apply, downloaded from our website and printed or picked up in the ACA Enrollment Center. If eligible for the lottery, you will be contacted with information on the Open Enrollment lottery dates and times. Eligibility does not guarantee acceptance.
Note: Arizona Charter Academy can determine a student ineligible if they have been expelled from another educational institution or are in the process of being expelled from another educational institution.
Offers of Admission or Waitlist
Families will receive an email and/or phone call from ACA if and when an offer of admission is extended to their child. Please contact the enrollment center if you have any questions concerning the initial offer of admission. Offers will be sent to accepted students and waitlist numbers will be available to families not offered positions.
Nondiscrimination Policy
Arizona Charter Academy is a free public charter school and admission into Arizona Charter Academy is not limited based upon race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, income level, disabling condition, proficiency in the English language, immigration status, or athletic ability. The school does however limit admission to students within a given age group or grade level, as per classroom/building capacity.
Arizona Charter Academy may refuse to admit any student who has been expelled from another educational institution or who is in the process of being expelled from another educational institution.
Child Find Screening
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) requires that public school agencies ensure all children (from birth through age 21) with delays or developmental disabilities are identified, located, and evaluated to receive the supports and services they need. This includes all children living within the geographic boundaries of the school district – those who are homeless or wards of the state, are attending private schools, or are home schooled. Public schools and the Arizona Early Intervention Program are responsible for “finding” eligible children and providing services needed for them to reach their developmental milestones or meet their educational needs.
Early intervention supports and services assist families of eligible children by helping children ages birth to 3 years develop to their full potential. In Arizona, early intervention services are provided through the Early Intervention Program (AzEIP).
If you would like to information about a free Child Find Screening for your child, please contact:
Arizona Charter Academy Child Find: 623 974-4959 ext. 108