Noah Webster Schools-Mesa and Scottsdale

What Noah Webster Schools-Mesa and Scottsdale does

Noah Webster Schools is a public, nonprofit charter school organization operating two Arizona campuses—the Mesa campus at 7301 E Baseline Road (opened 1997) and the Pima campus in Scottsdale at 5399 N Pima Road (opened 2014)—serving students from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade (with 8th grade added in the 2025-2026 school year). The schools operate under a charter granted by the Arizona State Board for Charter Schools on January 19, 1997, and serve families across the greater Phoenix metro area including Mesa, Scottsdale, Gilbert, Queen Creek, Apache Junction, Chandler, Tempe, Phoenix, and Paradise Valley. Tuition is free for K-8 students funded through Arizona per-pupil charter school allocations based on average daily attendance; Pre-K is tuition-based. The organization maintains an approximately 300-student waiting list, runs at an approximately 30:1 student-teacher ratio, and employs both campus principals plus specialized support staff spanning Title I, Special Education, food services, transportation, facilities, HR, billing, and administration.

The core educational product is a standards-aligned program using McGraw-Hill curriculum (Wonders for language arts and Reveal Math for mathematics), layered with the Leader in Me whole-school transformation framework built on Stephen Covey's 7 Habits and a Student Lighthouse Team. Technology integration centers on interactive digital classrooms equipped with Smartboards, document cameras, and Qwizdom remotes, with 1:1 device programs (laptops for Mesa grades 3-8 and Pima grades 1-8, plus Kindergarten tablets). Adaptive learning is delivered through the third-party Moby Max platform for initial placement and progression, while Thinking Maps and Write from the Beginning provide a school-wide visual thinking and writing framework from Pre-K through middle school. Operations run on Infinite Campus (parent portal, SIS, online payments), Procare/MyProcare (before/after care billing), and Follett Destiny Discover (library).

The revenue model is anchored by Arizona per-pupil state funding as a public charter school, supplemented by tuition-based Pre-K enrollment, session-based after-school activity fees ($30-$65 per session for band, recreation, fitness, Spanish, homework help, and music programs), late-pickup fees ($5/minute/student), Arizona Tax Credit donations, and corporate sponsorships (The Executive Council Charities, McKesson, The Fruth Group, Nathan Davis Orthodontics, Edgenuity, Fiesta Bowl Charities) that underwrite the free Extended Wildcat Hours before/after care program. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via the noahwebster.org website, campus tours, and the Infinite Campus parent portal, supplemented by community word-of-mouth, parent and alumni testimonials, social media (Facebook, Instagram), and event marketing. Both campuses are permanently closing effective May 26, 2026, at the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year.

Name

Noah Webster Schools-Mesa and Scottsdale

Legal name

Noah Webster Schools

Website

https://noahwebster.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Closed

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Noah Webster Schools operates two Arizona public charter school campuses in Mesa and Scottsdale, serving Pre-K through 8th grade students with individualized instruction, the Leader in Me program, and free before/after school care. Both campuses will permanently close May 26, 2026.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

K-8 Charter School Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (61111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Charter Special Education & Inclusive Programs (EDAJACAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Public Special Education Schools & Programs (EDAJAAAH)

Keywords

• Public charter school
• K-8 education
• Elementary education
• Primary education
• Charter school network

Headquarters

HQ city

Mesa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Arizona Charter School Per-Pupil State Funding: As a public charter school in Arizona, Noah Webster Schools receives per-pupil state funding based on average daily attendance. This is the primary revenue source supporting the school's general operations, teacher salaries, and educational programs. The school does not charge tuition for Kindergarten through 8th Grade students.
2. Pre-Kindergarten Tuition: Pre-Kindergarten is a tuition-based program. Tuition is billed weekly and due prior to the week of attendance. Processing occurs on the Friday prior to the start of the week. Late fees of $25 apply if payment is not received by 11:59 pm on the Sunday prior to the week. Payments are processed through the Procare/MyProcare system.
3. After School Programs Fees: Fee-based after school programs including Beginner Band ($65/session), Advanced Band, Recreation ($60/session), Fitness Friday ($30/session), Crafty Creators, Spanish Club, Homework Helpers ($65/session), and Musician's Corner ($60/session, $50 for additional siblings). All past-due invoices must be paid in full to participate.
4. Extended Wildcat Hours (After School Care): Free before and after school care program (Extended Wildcat Hours) for the 2025-2026 school year. Late pick-up fees apply ($5/minute per student). Previously fee-based, now offered free through corporate sponsor funding.
5. Extended Wildcat Hours Late Pick-Up Fees: A late fee of $5.00 per minute per student is charged on regular school days if students are not picked up prior to 6:00 p.m. closure. On early dismissal days, the same rate applies.
6. Food Services: The school provides free breakfast and lunch to all students. Catering company provides fresh lunches daily. Food services are provided at no cost to families.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Noah Webster Schools operates two tuition-free public charter school campuses in Arizona (Mesa and Scottsdale/Pima) delivering Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade education aligned with Arizona State Standards via the McGraw-Hill Wonders and Reveal Math curriculum, individualized instruction with ability-level placement, and the Leader in Me whole-school transformation program. Supporting services include free before/after school care (Extended Wildcat Hours, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.), free breakfast and lunch, bus transportation, fee-based after school activities, and a tuition-based Pre-Kindergarten program.

Product overview

Noah Webster Schools operates two free public charter school campuses in Arizona (Mesa and Scottsdale/Pima) providing Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade education. The core offering is a tuition-free academic program aligned with Arizona State Standards, enhanced by the Leader in Me whole-school transformation program. Technology integration includes interactive digital classrooms with laptops/tablets, Smartboards, and adaptive learning platforms. Supporting services include free before/after school care (Extended Wildcat Hours), fee-based after school activities (band, recreation, arts, academic support), transportation, and free meals. The Mesa campus has operated since 1997 and the Pima campus since 2014; both campuses are closing at the end of the 2025-2026 school year.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Noah Webster Schools - Mesa Campus Free public charter school campus located at 7301 E. Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85209, serving Pre-K through 8th grade students. The flagship and longest-standing campus of Noah Webster Schools, opened in 1997. School hours 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with before care starting at 7:00 a.m. and after care until 6:00 p.m. Campus closing at end of 2025-2026 school year.
• Noah Webster Schools - Pima Campus Free public charter school campus located at 5399 North Pima Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, serving Pre-K through 8th grade students. Second campus opened in 2014, providing the same quality education as the Mesa campus. Campus closing at end of 2025-2026 school year.
• Leader in Me Program Whole-school transformation program teaching students the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (self-reliance, initiative, planning, goal-setting, time management, emotional management, collaboration, and balanced living) through a Student Lighthouse Team of student leaders collaborating with staff. Enhances school culture and addresses bullying prevention.
• Pre-Kindergarten Program Pre-kindergarten education for children who are 4 years old by December 31. Uses curriculum developed from the Kindergarten curriculum complying with Arizona State Standards. Includes Reveal Math (math), McGraw-Hill (language arts), and specials (PE, Music, Art). Tuition-based weekly program billed through Procare/MyProcare.
• K-8 Academic Curriculum Comprehensive academic program aligned with Arizona State Standards, utilizing McGraw-Hill Wonders (language arts) and Reveal Math (mathematics) curriculum, Moby Max adaptive learning, Thinking Maps, and Write from the Beginning writing program. Currently serves Pre-K through 7th grade and expands to 8th grade in 2025-2026.
• Extended Wildcat Hours (Before/After School Care) Free before and after school care program available from 7:00 a.m. (before school) to 6:00 p.m. (after school) for all enrolled families. Funded through corporate sponsors (The Executive Council Charities, McKesson) for the 2025-2026 school year. Late pickup fee of $5.00 per minute per student applies.
• Mesa After School Activities After school activity programs at Mesa campus including Beginner Band ($65/session), Advanced Band, Recreation sports ($60/session), Blockheads Lego building, Crafty Creators Club, Fitness Friday ($30/session), and Spanish Club. Programs run 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with session-based enrollment.
• Pima After School Activities After school activity programs at Pima campus including Cheerleading & Dance (3rd-8th grade: $60/session; KG-2nd: $30/session), Homework Helpers ($65/session), Musician's Corner (piano and music production with GarageBand, $60/session, $50/session for additional siblings), Recreation sports, Spanish Club, and Q-Bers (Rubik's Cube).
• Transportation Services Free bus transportation available to students living more than one mile from campus. Routes are limited and not guaranteed until approved by the Transportation Director. Available at both Mesa and Pima campuses with separate AM/PM enrollment request forms.
• Free Breakfast and Lunch Program Free breakfast and lunch meals provided daily to all enrolled students through a catering company. Provided at no cost to families.

Quantifiable outcome

• Students test into Honors classes in local school districts upon graduating
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration7 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Nathan Davis OrthodonticsminorOthersGenerous sponsorship of the school marquee at Noah Webster Schools-Mesa. Nathan Davis Orthodontics provides financial support for the school's outdoor signage/marquee at the Mesa campus.
• The Executive Council CharitiescoreOthersGenerous sponsorship of the Free Before and After Care Program at Noah Webster Schools-Pima. The Executive Council Charities provides funding that enables the free Extended Wildcat Hours program for working families.
• McKessoncoreOthersGenerous sponsorship of the Free Before and After Care Program at Noah Webster Schools-Pima. McKesson provides funding for the free Extended Wildcat Hours program.
• The Fruth GroupcoreTechnology or IntegrationProvided laptops and tablets at both Noah Webster Schools-Mesa and Noah Webster Schools-Pima, as well as new interactive boards (Smartboards) for classrooms. This partnership enables the school's 1:1 technology program.
• The Fiesta Bowl CharitiesminorOthersProvided a class set of Ukeles at Noah Webster Schools-Mesa and Noah Webster Schools-Pima, supporting the music education program at both campuses.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves11 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Edkey (Sequoia Charter Schools): Arizona-based charter school operator running multiple tuition-free charter campuses across the Phoenix metro. Comparable as a free public charter serving similar Mesa/Scottsdale family demographics.
• Great Hearts Academies: Arizona-based K-12 classical charter school network with multiple campuses across the Phoenix metro. Comparable to Noah Webster on tuition-free public charter status, classical/hybrid curriculum model, and Phoenix-metro family catchment.
• BASIS Charter Schools: Arizona-headquartered K-12 charter network widely regarded as a top-performing public charter option in the Phoenix metro. Directly comparable to Noah Webster as a tuition-free, application-based public charter competing for the same academically-motivated Phoenix families.
• Leman Academy of Excellence: Arizona-based public charter school network with campuses in the Phoenix metro serving K-8 students. Comparable as a free classical/hybrid charter serving similar East Valley families with a structured character-development curriculum.
• Legacy Traditional Schools: Arizona-based K-8 (and expanding) public charter network with campuses across Phoenix, Mesa, and surrounding suburbs. Directly comparable as a free, back-to-basics charter school competing for Mesa and East Valley families.
• American Leadership Academy: Arizona-based K-12 charter school network with multiple campuses in the Phoenix metro including Mesa and surrounding East Valley. Comparable tuition-free public charter offering serving similar family demographics.

Emerging players

• Arizona Connections Academy: Arizona-authorized statewide online charter school serving K-12 students. Comparable to Noah Webster as a tuition-free Arizona public charter, though differentiated by fully online delivery model versus Noah Webster's campus-based approach.

Broad incumbents

• Scottsdale Unified School District: Public K-12 school district serving the City of Scottsdale — the primary catchment for Noah Webster's Pima campus. Functions as the broader incumbent competitor in the Scottsdale school-choice market.
• Mesa Public Schools: Public K-12 school district serving the City of Mesa, Arizona — the same primary catchment area as Noah Webster's Mesa campus. Functions as the broader incumbent competitor for school-of-choice decisions in the Mesa market.

Others

• FranklinCovey (Leader in Me parent program): Owner/licensor of the Leader in Me whole-school transformation framework that Noah Webster uses as a core character-development program. Comparable as the upstream enabling vendor rather than a direct competitor, but its national rollout of Leader in Me across thousands of schools informs benchmark comparison for the program.

Market position

Strengths3 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/NoahWebsterSchools
• Instagraminstagram.com/noahwebsterschools
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/noah-webster-school

Compliance5 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Funding overview

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