Serving 48 students in grades Kindergarten-5, The French American Academy Of Arizona 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 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- 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
The French American Academy Of Arizona ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The French American Academy Of Arizona's student population of 48 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The French American Academy Of Arizona 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 The French American Academy Of Arizona is 0.64, 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
#422 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
11%
3%
Hispanic
8%
47%
Black
8%
6%
White
56%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The French American Academy Of Arizona's ranking?
The French American Academy Of Arizona is ranked #422 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
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 The French American Academy Of Arizona?
48 students attend The French American Academy Of Arizona.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of The French American Academy Of Arizona students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 8% of students are Black.
What grades does The French American Academy Of Arizona offer ?
The French American Academy Of Arizona offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is The French American Academy Of Arizona part of?
The French American Academy Of Arizona is part of The French American School Of Arizona (395879) School District.
In what neighborhood is The French American Academy Of Arizona located?
The French American Academy Of Arizona is located in the Shalimar neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Shalimar.
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