Serving 498 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 498 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School's student population of 498 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
498 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#170 out of 1956 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
37%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
40%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School is ranked #170 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School?
498 students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School offer ?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School part of?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School is part of ASU Preparatory Academy (91307) School District.
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