Self Development Charter School

Charter School 301 Students

Elementary School K - 8th

School Overview

Self Development Charter School (SDCS) in Mesa, Arizona, is a K-8 public charter school that emphasizes a "whole-child" approach to education. By integrating academic rigor with a strong focus on character development and emotional intelligence, the school aims to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens. Their curriculum is designed to move beyond basic memorization, encouraging students to develop critical thinking skills, independence, and a genuine passion for lifelong learning within a supportive, structured environment.

The school is particularly noted for its commitment to a low student-to-teacher ratio and a community-centered atmosphere, which allows for personalized attention and tailored instruction. SDCS places a heavy emphasis on fostering positive social interactions, respect, and self-discipline, ensuring that students are not only academically prepared for high school but also socially and emotionally equipped for the challenges of adulthood. By partnering closely with families, the school creates a collaborative ecosystem dedicated to maximizing each student's unique potential.

301

Total Students

22.5

Full-Time Teachers

13.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Self Development Charter School
Demographic	Student Count
White	115
Hispanic	89
Black	30
Asian	41
Two or More	21
American Indian	5

White
115 (38.2%)
Hispanic
89 (29.6%)
Asian
41 (13.6%)
Black
30 (10.0%)
Two or More
21 (7.0%)
American Indian
5 (1.7%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Charter School
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Self Development Charter School (79072)
Phone:	(480)641-2640
Grade Range:	K - 8th
Total Students:	301
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	22.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.4
NSLP Participation:¹	No
Qualified Free Lunch:	N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	N/A

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 35

Grade 1 37

Grade 2 36

Grade 3 45

Grade 4 37

Grade 5 22

Grade 6 45

Grade 7 17

Grade 8 27

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Self Development Charter School
Grade	Student Count
Kindergarten	35
Grade 1	37
Grade 2	36
Grade 3	45
Grade 4	37
Grade 5	22
Grade 6	45
Grade 7	17
Grade 8	27

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Self Development Charter School
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	150	49.8%
Male	151	50.2%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)

Self Development Online Academy

Self Development Charter School (79072)

Charter School 2 Students

1709 N GREENFIELD RD
MESA, AZ 85205 (0.0 miles away)

Elementary School K - 8th