Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Combs Traditional Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher 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%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Combs Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Combs Traditional Academy's student population of 227 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Combs Traditional Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Combs Traditional Academy is 0.61, 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
#527 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
40%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
48%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combs Traditional Academy's ranking?
Combs Traditional Academy is ranked #527 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Combs Traditional Academy often compared to?
Combs Traditional Academyis often viewed alongside schools like American Leadership Academy San Tan Valley K-6, Circle Cross K8 Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Combs Traditional Academy?
227 students attend Combs Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Combs Traditional Academy students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Combs Traditional Academy?
Combs Traditional Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Combs Traditional Academy offer ?
Combs Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Combs Traditional Academy part of?
Combs Traditional Academy is part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445).
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