Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, Arizona Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 9% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arizona Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arizona Preparatory Academy's student population of 1,136 students has grown by 64% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arizona Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arizona Preparatory Academy is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1688 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
52%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
9%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arizona Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Arizona Preparatory Academy is ranked #1688 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arizona Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Arizona Preparatory Academy is 9%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Arizona Preparatory Academy?
1,136 students attend Arizona Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Arizona Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Arizona Preparatory Academy offer ?
Arizona Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arizona Preparatory Academy part of?
Arizona Preparatory Academy is part of North Star Charter School Inc. (79701) School District.
In what neighborhood is Arizona Preparatory Academy located?
Arizona Preparatory Academy is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 65 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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