Serving 209 students in grades 9-12, Ombudsman Online Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 76% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ombudsman Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Ombudsman Online Academy's student population of 209 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ombudsman Online 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 Ombudsman Online Academy is 0.63, 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
#437 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
54%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
24%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ombudsman Online Academy's ranking?
Ombudsman Online Academy is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ombudsman Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Ombudsman Online Academy is 25-29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Ombudsman Online Academy?
209 students attend Ombudsman Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Ombudsman Online Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 9% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Ombudsman Online Academy offer ?
Ombudsman Online Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ombudsman Online Academy part of?
Ombudsman Online Academy is part of Ombudsman Educational Services Ltd.A Subsidiary (4323) School District.
In what neighborhood is Ombudsman Online Academy located?
Ombudsman Online Academy is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Glendale, AZ. There are 12 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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