Serving 83 students in grades Kindergarten-12, S H A R P 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 was 20-29% (which was lower than the Arizona state average of 63%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 50-59% (which was lower than the Arizona state average of 78%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
83 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)20-29%
63%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
23%
47%
Black
9%
6%
White
58%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 63% AZ state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 78% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of S H A R P?
The graduation rate of S H A R P is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend S H A R P?
83 students attend S H A R P.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of S H A R P students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, and 9% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of S H A R P?
S H A R P has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does S H A R P offer ?
S H A R P offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is S H A R P part of?
S H A R P is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
Recent Articles
5 Tips for Helping Your Autistic Child Excel in Public Schools
Learn about five ways you can work with your child's public school, teachers, and special programs to help your autistic child succeed academically.
How Schools are Cutting More Costs in 2011
Budget cuts continue to cripple school districts across the country, forcing some schools to make major cuts creatively. Learn about the current situation and how some public schools are coping with the budget shortfalls.
September 27, 2024
Understanding RubricsThis article explores the fundamental principles of rubrics in education, focusing on their role as assessment tools. It breaks down the key components of rubrics, including criteria, performance levels, and descriptors. The piece also delves into the two main types of rubrics - holistic and analytic - providing authoritative definitions and explaining their unique applications in educational settings.
