Serving 563 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pathfinder Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathfinder Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pathfinder Academy's student population of 563 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pathfinder Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathfinder Academy is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#66 out of 1854 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
86%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathfinder Academy's ranking?
Pathfinder Academy is ranked #66 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pathfinder Academy often compared to?
Pathfinder Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Las Sendas Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pathfinder Academy?
563 students attend Pathfinder Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Pathfinder Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does Pathfinder Academy offer ?
Pathfinder Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Pathfinder Academy part of?
Pathfinder Academy is part of Edkey Inc. - Pathfinder Academy (81045) School District.
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