Serving 220 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Vector Prep And Arts Academy 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vector Prep And Arts Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vector Prep And Arts Academy's student population of 220 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Vector Prep And Arts Academy 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 Vector Prep And Arts Academy is 0.72, which is more 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
#1438 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
21%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
44%
47%
Black
20%
6%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vector Prep And Arts Academy's ranking?
Vector Prep And Arts Academy is ranked #1438 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Vector Prep And Arts Academy?
220 students attend Vector Prep And Arts Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Vector Prep And Arts Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are American Indian, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Vector Prep And Arts Academy offer ?
Vector Prep And Arts Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Vector Prep And Arts Academy part of?
Vector Prep And Arts Academy is part of Vector School District Inc. (90317).
In what neighborhood is Vector Prep And Arts Academy located?
Vector Prep And Arts Academy is located in the Oasis Neighborhood neighborhood of Chandler, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Oasis Neighborhood.
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