Stepping Stones Academy (10966)

Stepping Stones Academy is an active independent charter district located at 35812 N 7th Street in Phoenix, Arizona (85086). Situated within a large suburban setting in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler metropolitan area, the district operates a single school dedicated to foundational primary and middle school education, offering instruction spanning from kindergarten through eighth grade. Functioning as its own local education agency for federal programs, the academy provides a tailored, community-based academic pathway for local families seeking a charter environment prior to high school.

According to NCES dataset records for the 2024–2025 school year, Stepping Stones Academy serves a total student body of 221 children, maintaining a balanced distribution across cohorts ranging from 20 to 28 students per grade level. The student population includes 113 female and 108 male students, with a demographic breakdown featuring 191 White students, 21 Hispanic students, 6 multiracial students, 2 American Indian students, and 1 Black student. In terms of staffing context, the district's federal reporting for this cycle reflects zero full-time equivalent (FTE) instructional and support positions recorded. Families and researchers interested in learning more about the academy can contact the administration by phone at (623) 465-4910 or visit their website at steppingstonesacademy.org.