Serving 190 students in grades 9-12, Mountain Rose Academy 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 40-44% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mountain Rose Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mountain Rose Academy's student population of 190 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mountain Rose Academy 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 Mountain Rose Academy is 0.59, 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
#1262 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
47%
47%
Black
4%
6%
White
44%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-44%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
28%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
Canyon Rose Academy strives to "Honor the Promise of Education" by:
- Providing an innovative environment
- Teaching students skills in the fundamentals
- Expanding how students learn and encouraging them to problem solve
- Creating life opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mountain Rose Academy's ranking?
Mountain Rose Academy is ranked #1262 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mountain Rose Academy?
The graduation rate of Mountain Rose Academy is 40-44%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Mountain Rose Academy?
190 students attend Mountain Rose Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Mountain Rose Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Mountain Rose Academy offer ?
Mountain Rose Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mountain Rose Academy part of?
Mountain Rose Academy is part of Mountain Rose Academy Inc. (10879) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mountain Rose Academy located?
Mountain Rose Academy is located in the Orange Grove Mobile Country Club neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Orange Grove Mobile Country Club.
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