Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Biltmore Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Biltmore Preparatory Academy's student population of 544 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Biltmore Preparatory 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 Biltmore Preparatory Academy is 0.50, 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
#821 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
68%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
20%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
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 Biltmore Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Biltmore Preparatory Academy is ranked #821 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Biltmore Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Biltmore Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Biltmore Preparatory Academy?
544 students attend Biltmore Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Biltmore Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Biltmore Preparatory Academy?
Biltmore Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Biltmore Preparatory Academy offer ?
Biltmore Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Biltmore Preparatory Academy part of?
Biltmore Preparatory Academy is part of Creighton Elementary District (4263) School District.
In what neighborhood is Biltmore Preparatory Academy located?
Biltmore Preparatory Academy is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 26 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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