Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark's student population of 345 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark is 0.57, 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
#292 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
25%
47%
Black
2%
6%
White
60%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark's ranking?
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark is ranked #292 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark?
345 students attend Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark offer ?
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark part of?
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark is part of Edkey Inc. - Pathfinder Academy (81045) School District.
In what neighborhood is Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark located?
Sequoia Pathfinder Academy At Eastmark is located in the Eastmark neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 4 other public schools located in Eastmark.
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