Serving 432 students in grades 7-12, North Pointe Preparatory 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 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Pointe Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Pointe Preparatory's student population of 432 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Pointe Preparatory 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 North Pointe Preparatory 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
#971 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
57%
47%
Black
6%
6%
White
26%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
31%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- North Pointe Preparatory School is a charter secondary school located in Phoenix, Arizona which educates students in grades 7-12. It is part of the Pointe Educational Services School District. Their athletic teams are called the Falcons.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Pointe Preparatory's ranking?
North Pointe Preparatory is ranked #971 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Pointe Preparatory?
The graduation rate of North Pointe Preparatory is 90-94%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend North Pointe Preparatory?
432 students attend North Pointe Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Pointe Preparatory students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does North Pointe Preparatory offer ?
North Pointe Preparatory offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is North Pointe Preparatory part of?
North Pointe Preparatory is part of Pointe Schools (79455) School District.
In what neighborhood is North Pointe Preparatory located?
North Pointe Preparatory is located in the North Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 34 other public schools located in North Mountain Village.
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