Serving 252 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix College Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy's student population of 252 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
252 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoenix College Preparatory 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 Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is 0.29, 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
#540 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
84%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
5%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
7%
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 Phoenix College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is ranked #540 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Phoenix College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academyis 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Phoenix College Preparatory Academy?
252 students attend Phoenix College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Phoenix College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Phoenix College Preparatory Academy part of?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is part of Mcccd On Behalf Of Phoenix College Preparatory Aca (81174) School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix College Preparatory Academy located?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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