Amerischools Academy North

Yuma, AZ 85364

Phone: (602) 354-4299
District: The Charter Foundation Inc.

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GreatSchools Rating

charter • Grades K-8 • 193 students

Amerischools Academy North, located in Yuma, Arizona, is a charter school that serves grades K-8. It has received a GreatSchools rating of 7 out of 10 based on its performance on state standardized tests.

Amerischools Academy North is a charter school located in Yuma, AZ. 193 students attend Amerischools Academy North.

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Student Growth 8/10 The Student Progress Rating measures whether students at this school are making academic progress over time based on student growth data provided by the Department of Education. Specifically, this rating looks at how much progress individual students have made on state assessments during the past year or more, how this performance aligns with expected progress based on a student growth model established by the state Department of Education, and how this school's growth data compares to other schools in the state. The Growth Rating was created using 2025 Student growth data from Arizona Department of Education.

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My children were enrolled at Amerischools North since it started at the 4th Ave location and I couldn't have asked for a better Team of people to lead the way in helping my kids get a great education. THE ENTIRE TEAM at Amerischools North made the time to get to know my kids and our Family, regardless of whether my kids were in their classes or not, which made the time that they spent there all the more memorable. THANK YOU Linda and the Team at Amerischools North!!

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Teachers and staff very friendly and knowledgeable!

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Where can I begin with this school, so many good things, but the most important thing for me will be the small groups, the attention and the feeling that my son is part of a family not a school, the attention they put on each kid is so reassuring. They are so advanced compare to others schools academically, the principal will literally handle each problem herself and when it needs to get done. They have sports, events and everything that other schools will offer but in smaller size. Love love the staff at Amerischools North.

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Fantastic school! Teachers keep students engaged through a verity of strategies addressing the needs of individual students. A family type atmosphere creates a positive learning environment.

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My son started in kindergarten and now he is in the 5th grade. The teachers are amazing educators and they very much care about their students. Ms. McCormack is a fair and caring principal. She works with the students and the parents to make a positive difference in our children. I can attest to this because Ms. McCormack and her staff of teachers have helped my son to develope life skills and advance in his learning. Thank you Amerischools for all of your excellent work and support!!

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As 5th grade was coming to an end for my oldest baby, I was being faced with the decision of which school I was going to have to send my "little" 6th grader (because 6th graders are still little in my book) to. I just wasn't ready for her to make that transition to junior high. I'm sure there are statistics somewhere explaining why it's a good idea to transition our 10/11 years olds to junior high but I just wasn't buying in. In Yuma, it's not like we have a ton of options. I started reading reviews and asking around. Something kept drawing me back to Amerischools Acadamy North. The reviews online were great. People I talked to said they had great experiences there. So, we decided that this is where they would start their new year.
Well, it's now February, the 2nd half of the year and I now have 4 of the 5 kids in Amerischools Acadamy North. Two of them in Pre-K and and a 3rd and 6th grader. I haven't had any regret after moving my kids over here. From the office staff, to the extra curricular activities, to the teachers and the Principal... freaking amazing all the way around! They know my kids' names! Really? I didn't even know that the principal knowing my kids' names was a thing until I came here. This school has sports! This school has after school clubs... so after teaching my kids all day... some of the teachers and even the principal stay after and teach extra things like sewing, art, computers, cooking, cheer, leadership, etc... They host dances, holiday performances, talent shows, and participate in parades! This is all done after the teachers AND Principal have worked all day. I always tell my husband "can you believe the teachers have been here all day and they are still here at 7 at night doing this for the kids??" They have also been helping the 6th graders raise money for their 6th grade trip because they plan to take them to Sea World! Sea World! I could go on and on and make LISTS of every single I (we) LOVE about this school but I'll just leave it here. If you are looking for a school for your little ones, please consider this school. I'm sure it isn't perfect for everyone but it defiantly flows with my parenting philosophy; I feel that these people truly care about my kids and my kids feel cared for. They don't have to be perfect. They can be kids and excel in an environment that I would say is "family" like.

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I loved my experience at this school. They encourage differences, and don't tolerate disrespect. They aren't too tough and I think the amount of homework is reasonable.

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Posted: May 4, 2017

Amerischools North Campus is the best elementary school in Yuma, period! Wonderful staff, amazing teachers, incredible principal (whom I truly admire) and extremely safe environment. Mr. Ramirez not only helped my son academically but he made him a better person. I'm sad that this is my son's last year since he'll be going to Middle School.

Posted: May 3, 2017

The principal seems to be somewhat confused at to what happens at her own school on many occasions. She seems overwhelmed with the work load. Yet she is very nice to the students.

Posted: May 3, 2017

They offer a safe location to come to but the one thing I do not like is that they seem to have way to many personal issues between one another and seem to share them with the students even if they do not mean to. This is the main reason I pulled my student from this school.

Posted: January 31, 2017

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All faculty and staff are really great. They all work together to help each student succeed both academically and socially. My child enjoys going to school every single day, and for that I am grateful. Thank you Amerischools Academy North, keep up the good work!

Posted: January 26, 2017

The staff and teachers are awesome with the kids and know each one by name. I feel very welcomed every time Im on campus

Posted: March 23, 2016

AmeriSchools Academy North is consistently one of the top schools in Yuma. This is to an exceptional staff who work so well together and really care about children. Other schools try to tell you they are great, but AmeriSchools Acdemy North proves it each and every day with our children. Mrs. Meyers, Ms. Bielke, Mrs. Torres, Mrs. Moon, Ms. McCormack, Mr. Martin, Mr. Farley, and Mr. Ramirez have to be in the top 1 percent of all teachers in Yuma. This is a great school! Keep up the great work AmeriSchools without you wouldn't be AmeriSchools!

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I strongly feel Amerischools develops honesty, integrity, and fairness in its students because all staff consistently teach them to treat others the same way they want to be treated.

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The staff at AmeriSchools North gives everything they are in everything they do! The growth I have seen in my son is incredible. Each child is important and they are treated as such. Thank you AmeriSchools North, our children are in great hands!

Posted: November 24, 2015

This is one of the best Elementary schools in Yuma. All the teachers and office personal treat my kids like their own. Mrs. McCormack and Mrs.Moon have made made my child's reading and math grade go up. I appreciate all the hard work the school does for all the students, it's a wonderful safe environment.

Posted: November 23, 2015

Both staff and teachers are great. Been with school years now and still continue to love it more and more. Its so wonderful to see the teachers put so much time and devotion into their students to help them grow and better themselves . Mr. Ramirez is so great with all his students . He helps each one push themselves to work hard and be dedicated to achieve more .

Posted: November 23, 2015

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Parents and children are always greeted with a friendly smile. The staff is great and always ready to help and answer questions.

Posted: November 23, 2015

I feel the teachers are very attentive to their students and are able to help them with their weaknesses and empower their strengths

Posted: November 23, 2015

I feel the homework is suited to their grade and is not too much or too little

Posted: November 23, 2015

all the kids at the school are so polite and well mannered. And the teachers and staff are so patient

Posted: November 23, 2015

My kids have been going here for awhile..ive had 2 that graduated from amerischools North ones in high school and ones in 7th grade and i currently have one enrolled now who is in 3rd grade. This school has been super awesome and i love how it's a small school everyone knows everyone. The office staff knows all the kids names and honestly has watched my kids grow up while they have attended and are currently attending amerischools. Mr. W has been a great principal and was sad to learn he was leaving Amerischools. The teaching staff are great and the office staff is super helpful. I couldn't imagine sending my children anywhere else!

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Great school...great teachers.. Great staff!! Both of my sons attend and they love their school. Before school and after school care is awesome.

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This is such a great school. My son has been attending here since it opened in 2011. The staff is very friendly. I appreciate the early morning drop off program so I can get to work on time.

Posted: May 31, 2015

My son started with this school back in 2011 in there first year as Amerischool North. I have had nothing but amazing teachers to work with, since I'm very involved with my sons education. He was tested and advised to skip a grade, which was the best thing they could have done for him. I can go on and on about his school...
Your child will have a great education and be safe since this school has a great security system.
Thank you Amerischool North!

Posted: May 10, 2015

Thank you for everything each staff does for their students each day. I have seen how each teacher treats their students, and I am thankful that some of my little nephews attend this school.

Posted: May 5, 2015

Mr. Farley is so great with the kids. Mrs. Torres has done a great job helping my daughter improve her grades so much. Office staff always friendly and there to help out the parents anytime.

Posted: November 5, 2014

We just moved to Yuma and my grand-daughter attends readiness with Mrs. Meyer. She absolutely loves the school and looks forward to school everyday. Mrs. Meyer is an outstanding teacher! She is always available to talk with parents at any time.The principal is outstanding as well! He is always out with the kids and involved in all activities. I am so happy we were lead to apply to Amerischools North!

Posted: October 2, 2014

Wonderful teachers. Ms. McCormack is a great teacher. She helps the kids advance so much. Mr . Wachunus has done an excellent job with all the different activities he does for the kids. Ms Bielke and Mrs Meyer were such great teachers

Posted: May 1, 2014

I love this school. This school has a great community and a great curriculum. The standard of learning is much higher than other public schools.

Posted: April 29, 2014

My school is excellent. The teachers put in the extra effort needed to achieve all the standards required in todays schools.

Posted: April 29, 2014

I'm so glad my son attends this school! I love that all staff members, (principal included) seem to know all of the students by name! If you're on the waiting list....it's definitely worth the wait!!!

Posted: April 29, 2014

Amerischools Academy North is a wonderful setting for optimal learning. My son is a student in Mr. Martin's class, and has learned more there than in the previous three years in public school combined. Many opportunities are given for high-performing students to challenge themselves and excel. There is a great family atmosphere, where students and parents feel welcome and safe. Great School!

Posted: April 28, 2014

Amerischool is awesome I love the fact they give each student attention and help them develop to succeed. My daughter teacher Mr. Martin is great and is teaching my child a lot and is very good on helping kids to succeed. I would recommend this school to all my friends and family.

Posted: April 28, 2014

I love Amerischool !! I love the fact that my son was able to get in it even though his birthday is in September. His kindergarten teacher Mrs.Torrez was amazing ! A very caring teacher ! Could not have asked for a better kindergarten teacher for my son. His first grade teacher is awesome as well! The staff is great! They're always willing to answer any questions and always in a good mood! I could not be happier with this school. I love the fact that they know the students and family by name. The tutoring services they offer have really helped my 6 year old. He loves it! Great school

Posted: April 28, 2014

My School is SO GREAT! I love the Staff, Teachers, and SAFETY of OUR school!

Posted: April 28, 2014

I thoroughly enjoy this school because the teachers invest themselves in each student. I have two children there and they both love going to school. The staff is very professional but personable as well.

Posted: April 28, 2014

This is the 1st year we've had a child in grade school, but have been more than happy. The teachers have all been extremely supportive and my daughter loves it there. She says the principal is strict, but I find that a good thing! My second child starts kindergarten this next year and is very excited. The class sizes are much easier for the teachers to give more one on one. I do wish there was a little more parent support at the school. Seems it's always the same parents at all the events. All in all we have been very happy with Amerischool Academy North!

Posted: April 28, 2014

Amerischools is great. I have been so impressed with the principal and staff. You can tell they really care about the kids! I've also been very impressed with the anti-bully enforcement they have there. The school is also very secure, compared to all the other schools in the area. My son loves being in clubs after school, too! I have been so happy to see my son always come home from school with a smile on his face. He has been so happy there and I'm so glad we moved him to Amerischools! (And he is too!)

Posted: April 28, 2014

This school offers a great education in a private school setting/atmosphere. Class sizes are not too overcrowded and each child recieves the attention he or she needs. I am most impressed by how all the staff know the majority of the kids in the school, giving parents peace of mind that they're chilren are safe and well looked after. One of my children has attended since Kinder and is now in his last year there. I only wish the school offered middle school courses so that I could keep him there.

Posted: April 28, 2014

My daughter is about to complete Kindergarten with Amerischools. She has truly loved her teacher, an amazing educator who really connected with my daughter and who taught her so much. We also met with the principal, and he really seems on top of things at the school. He listened when we wanted to discuss something, and he made a difference for us.

Posted: April 28, 2014

This is a great school for learning. I realy like the small class room sizes because it gives students and teachers a great one on one learning experiance. This is my daughters first year there and she absoultly loves going. Best part is I enjoy watching my daughter's educational growth. I also like the after school activites. My daughter is in the zumba after school and she enjoys coming home and showing me her moves. I recomend this school to everyone.

Posted: April 27, 2014

Great school with a great leadership. I will recommend this school to any parent. Teachers are very caring and understanding.

Posted: March 12, 2014

Both of my children go to AmeriSchools Academy North. They are both excelling students due mostly to the wonderful teachers they have had. The teachers hold the students to high academic standards. My kids love going to school and don't want to leave. The staff works very hard and are available to the parents whenever needed. The attention to detail and the fact that many of the staff members know all of the students and even who their parents are is comforting. The principal, Mr. Wachunas, even noticed my son lost a tooth the other day! They are very compassionate and caring to needs outside of the school. There is a family feeling whenever you walk in the door.

Posted: February 19, 2014

I absolutely recommend and love Amerischools North Campus. The staff is amazing and always helpful. Mr. Wachunas is an extremely good principal and cares about all the children in the school, Miss Amy is the most helpful aid and I highly recommend Mrs. Torres as a teacher. The patience and care the staff has for the kids is why I care about this school.

Posted: October 7, 2013

Great school!! Mr. Wachunas is a very caring and understanding principal. We are very lucky to have this school here in Yuma. My only suggestion will be to add at least 7th and 8th grades.

Posted: September 26, 2013

My granddaughter goes to Amerischools Academy North and she is doing so well. I really like the school

Posted: September 25, 2013

There is no other school, that I know of here, where the principal is very involved with the children of a school. He is always on the field trips for the clubs, and knows his students' names. The teachers work for the children of this school, to enable them to be the best they can, and to help them strive to achieve their potential in academics. The staff is warm and friendly, and keep the parents informed (for as we know, children never forget to hand their parents paperwork, lol). This is a school with a solid base foundation for the children, that prepares them for the next level. It is a school that I have rarely seen a child set aside from others, even from their peers. Kudos to the principal, teachers, and staff for this learning environment.

Posted: July 26, 2013

This school is a wonderful school, if only all children could be so lucky to attend this school. I was an educator there for many years and I still love and miss it like it was yesterday. Due to us moving away I am still so saddened that my children will not be able to attend as I had planned. Mr. Wachunas is hands down one of the best Principals anyone can ever work for. I learned so much from him while teaching there forever I am grateful. He truly cares for his staff and all of his children that are under his supervision. On a minute by minute basis he is always trying to figure out what more he can do for his students, staff, and campus.He truly cares for his students, and his community. Always giving back in many different shapes and forms.It's a beautiful place to educate your child. As a mother and educator its a school where I truly feel my children would be safe and educated beyond compare.I feel its a place where all families can call home. Mrs. Fox is a absolutely a wonderful Principle as well and cares and loves her students. It truly will be missed as well as all of the wonderful dedicated caring staff that cares for their student's as their own.

Posted: July 26, 2013

I love Amerischool and so do my girls. This school is tight knit with great focus on students success. The teachers are dedicated and kind towards parents as well as students. We are so lucky to have a principal as involved as Mr. Wachunas. We were sold when we met him and trust his judgement as to the safety and intellectual development of our most precious gifts.

Posted: November 12, 2012

My son attends Amerischools Academy-North. Excellent ! Teacher and staff are great. The principal is very involved in knowing what's going on with students and parents. The principal knows every student's name and most of the parents as well, the teachers take an interest in their students and what they are learning, and the school atmosphere is always positive and uplifting. All qualities I want my son to be surrounded by as he grows and learns. He's now in 5th grade, but his 4th grade teacher, Mrs. McCormack (BEST teacher ever), still checking on him to make sure he's always trying his best. My son is happy to attend school everyday, enjoys the class enviroment and to have Mr. Farley as his 5th grade teacher. Thank you Mr. W and Amerischools Academy staff for all the great work you do!! M. Chaira

Posted: November 12, 2012

This school is truly a great school. I have had my children in the school since kindergarten. You only have to visit the school for 15 min. when you notice the true dedication from the principal down to the teacher's aides. The principal and the teachers donate many hours a week of their own time and money to make sure they are meeting the needs of each and every student at school. The principal teacher and parent are a community I daresay a family which you do not find. Unfortunately, in many schools today. I know that when my children grow up they will remember and utilize the tools the school has given thm and his love that it has shown to them. It does my heart good to know that there are some people still in this world with the dedication and the love of teaching.

Posted: November 10, 2012

This school is amazing! My son is doing so well at this school. He enjoys going to school everyday. He enjoys all school events and community explorations. Teachers and staff are very accessible, friendly and caring.

Posted: November 6, 2012

Our kids just transferred to this school this year. We do not regret that decision at all. All our kids our excelling, and for the first time get very excited to go to school! They really enjoy the community exploration and are learning so much. Would highly recommend this school. We just wish they had a middle school/high school program and a school in the Foothills.

Posted: October 31, 2012

This school should not be rated an 8 . It should be rated a 10 ! As being a former student at this school my experience has been amazing . the students are nice,no bullies. The teachers are always loving and always go out of there way to do everything necessary for the students. The school is very organized , and is very considerate on the explorations . If you asked me,I would say go to this school before checking any others. -Gabriel.c

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