Serving 247 students in grades 7-12, Az Compass Prep School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Az Compass Prep School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Az Compass Prep School's student population of 247 students has grown by 53% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Az Compass Prep School 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 Az Compass Prep School is 0.76, 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
#1879 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
25%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
26%
47%
Black
32%
6%
White
10%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Az Compass Prep School's ranking?
Az Compass Prep School is ranked #1879 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Az Compass Prep School often compared to?
Az Compass Prep Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona College Prep Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Az Compass Prep School?
The graduation rate of Az Compass Prep School is 80-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Az Compass Prep School?
247 students attend Az Compass Prep School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Az Compass Prep School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 25% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Az Compass Prep School offer ?
Az Compass Prep School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Az Compass Prep School part of?
Az Compass Prep School is part of Az Compass Schools Inc. (89869) School District.
In what neighborhood is Az Compass Prep School located?
Az Compass Prep School is located in the Oasis Neighborhood neighborhood of Chandler, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Oasis Neighborhood.
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