Serving 251 students in grades 7-12, Metropolitan Arts Institute ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Arts Institute ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Metropolitan Arts Institute's student population of 251 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
251 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metropolitan Arts Institute 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 Metropolitan Arts Institute is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#672 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
10%
6%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch (09-10)
2%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan Arts Institute's ranking?
Metropolitan Arts Institute is ranked #672 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Metropolitan Arts Institute often compared to?
Metropolitan Arts Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Arts Institute?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Arts Institute is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Arts Institute?
251 students attend Metropolitan Arts Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Metropolitan Arts Institute students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Metropolitan Arts Institute offer ?
Metropolitan Arts Institute offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Metropolitan Arts Institute part of?
Metropolitan Arts Institute is part of Metropolitan Arts Institute Inc. (5181) School District.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Arts Institute located?
Metropolitan Arts Institute is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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