Serving 228 students in grades 5-8, South Valley Prep And Arts School 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 is 8% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Valley Prep And Arts School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
South Valley Prep And Arts School's student population of 228 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Valley Prep And Arts School 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 South Valley Prep And Arts School is 0.63, 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
#1653 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
49%
48%
Black
36%
6%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
60%
10%
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 South Valley Prep And Arts School's ranking?
South Valley Prep And Arts School is ranked #1653 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Valley Prep And Arts School often compared to?
South Valley Prep And Arts Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison Meadows School, Irene Lopez School, Wilson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend South Valley Prep And Arts School?
228 students attend South Valley Prep And Arts School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of South Valley Prep And Arts School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does South Valley Prep And Arts School offer ?
South Valley Prep And Arts School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is South Valley Prep And Arts School part of?
South Valley Prep And Arts School is part of South Valley Academy Inc. (90540) School District.
In what neighborhood is South Valley Prep And Arts School located?
South Valley Prep And Arts School 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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