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Who We Are

Benchmark School is a public K-6th grade charter school located in North Phoenix that also offers a private preschool catering to 3 and 4-year-olds. At Benchmark Elementary, our curriculum combines 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
A+ Rated School (Niche)
A Rated School (State of Arizona)
97% Kindergarten Readiness Rate (Preschool)
12 AZ State Science Fair Winners

Calendar

Sep 4

Early Release dismissal at 11:30 AM

Time: 8 AM – 11:30 AM

Sep 7

No School- Labor Day

Sep 8

PTO Meeting

Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Location: Benchmark Library

Sep 11

Flag Raising Ceremony

Time: 9:30 AM – 10 AM

Location: Benchmark Courtyard

Sep 17

School Pictures

Time: 8 AM – 11 AM

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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

Early Release 09/04 and No School 09/07- Labor Day

Early release on Friday, Sept. 4th, with an 11:30 dismissal time for all students.
No school on Monday, Sept. 7th, in observance of Labor Day.

Flag Raising Ceremony 09/11 at 9:30 AM

Please join us in the Benchmark courtyard for our annual Flag Raising Ceremony.
9:30 AM

2026-27 Calendar-at-a-Glance

Here is a look at our tentative school calendar for the 2026-27 school year. *Dates are subject to change!* Last updated 04/28/26.

Benchmark's Legacy Stone Walkway project

The Legacy Stone Walkway has replaced our aging step stone path to the front office. The first phase of ordering/personalization and installation has already been done. If you are interested in personalizing a brick, keep your eyes out for the next ordering phase!

Join the PTO and get involved in our school!

Our PTO is a great way to get involved in our school and get to know our family-oriented community. The PTO relies on the support of the Benchmark community and warmly encourage your active participation. Volunteer opportunities are readily accessible through the Benchmark Blast newsletter and our membership toolkit site under Parent Communication.
https://benchmarkbobcats.membershiptoolkit.com/

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