Serving 67 students in grades Kindergarten-3, South Mountain Preparatory 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 97% 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-3
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Mountain Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
South Mountain Preparatory Academy's student population of 67 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Mountain 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 South Mountain Preparatory Academy is 0.48, 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%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
47%
Black
21%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Mountain Preparatory Academy's ranking?
South Mountain Preparatory Academy is ranked #437 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Mountain Preparatory Academy often compared to?
South Mountain Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sonoran Sky Elementary School, Vista Del Sur Accelerated by visitors of our site.
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).
How many students attend South Mountain Preparatory Academy?
67 students attend South Mountain Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of South Mountain Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What grades does South Mountain Preparatory Academy offer ?
South Mountain Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3
What school district is South Mountain Preparatory Academy part of?
South Mountain Preparatory Academy is part of Kaizen Education Foundation DBA Advance U (91329) School District.
In what neighborhood is South Mountain Preparatory Academy located?
South Mountain Preparatory Academy is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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