Serving 418 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy's student population of 418 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
418 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership 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 Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is 0.06, 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
#1024 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
97%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
1%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy's ranking?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is ranked #1024 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?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy?
418 students attend Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy offer ?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy part of?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is part of Espiritu Community Development Corp. (92250) School District.
In what neighborhood is Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy located?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is located in the Espiritu Campus neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Espiritu Campus.
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