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Who We Are

Benchmark School is currently accepting enrollments and is located in North Phoenix. It is comprised of a public charter school for grades K-6 and a private preschool catering to 3 and 4-year-olds. At Benchmark Elementary, we skillfully combine the renowned Singapore Math, Superkids Reading Program, Core Knowledge & Core Virtues, and Standards Based Curricula. Our educational philosophy focuses on interactive learning experiences that foster academic progress and character building. Benchmark students are supported by a tight-knit community of caring teachers, devoted staff and engaged families. 
  • 15+ Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
  • 16:1 Student:teacher Ratio in Elementary
  • 14:1 Student:teacher Ratio in Preschool
  • 2 Teachers in Every Classroom
  • 97% Kindergarten Readiness Rate (Preschool)
  • 12 AZ State Science Fair Winners

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Our Mission

Providing a solid foundation of knowledge through a first-class education that is individually structured to optimize each child's potential. The program is based on an understanding that education is a shared responsibility of the school, parents, and community as well as the learner. Benchmark strives to produce students who are entrepreneurial in spirit, accomplished critical thinkers, and skilled problem solvers.

School News

November Early Releases and No School

Benchmark School has 11:30 AM early release on Friday, Nov. 8th, and no school on Monday, Nov. 11th.
We have early release on Friday, Nov. 22nd, and no school the week of Nov. 25th-29th.

Fall Break

Early Release TODAY 10/02, and no school Thursday 10/3 and Friday 10/4 for our FALL BREAK! Enjoy the long weekend and we will see you back in class on Monday, 10/7.

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Get To Know Benchmark School: Mr. K Featured Photo

Get To Know Benchmark School: Mr. K

To get to know more about the people behind our school culture, we recently chatted with Benchmark’s Makerspace teacher Mr. Kyle Waltz (“Mr. K”). Here’s what he had to say!
Kindergarten Spotlight Featured Photo

Kindergarten Spotlight

At Benchmark School, we understand the importance of nurturing each child through this formative year, and here are some details on how we do it!
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Top 4 Reasons Why Parents Love Benchmark Elementary

At Benchmark School, we are here to help you narrow down your choices and find the fit that works for your family. To get you started, here are the top 5 reasons why parents love our tuition-free charter school!