Serving 738 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gowan Science Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 738 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gowan Science Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gowan Science Academy's student population of 738 students has grown by 74% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 113% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
738 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gowan Science Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gowan Science Academy is 0.51, 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
#295 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
64%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
29%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gowan Science Academy's ranking?
Gowan Science Academy is ranked #295 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Gowan Science Academy often compared to?
Gowan Science Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Desert View Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Gowan Science Academy?
738 students attend Gowan Science Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gowan Science Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gowan Science Academy?
Gowan Science Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gowan Science Academy offer ?
Gowan Science Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Gowan Science Academy part of?
Gowan Science Academy is part of Crane Elementary District (4501) School District.
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