Serving 70 students in grades 7-12, Aim Higher College Prep Academy ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aim Higher College Prep Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Aim Higher College Prep Academy's student population of 70 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aim Higher College Prep Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aim Higher College Prep Academy is 0.08, 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
#847 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aim Higher College Prep Academy's ranking?
Aim Higher College Prep Academy is ranked #847 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Aim Higher College Prep Academy?
70 students attend Aim Higher College Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Aim Higher College Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Aim Higher College Prep Academy offer ?
Aim Higher College Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Aim Higher College Prep Academy part of?
Aim Higher College Prep Academy is part of Espiritu Schools (92902) School District.
In what neighborhood is Aim Higher College Prep Academy located?
Aim Higher College Prep Academy is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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