Serving 74 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Self Development Scottsdale Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Self Development Scottsdale Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Self Development Scottsdale Academy's student population of 74 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
74 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Self Development Scottsdale Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Self Development Scottsdale Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#646 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
31%
47%
Black
29%
6%
White
27%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
29%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Self Development Scottsdale Academy's ranking?
Self Development Scottsdale Academy is ranked #646 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Self Development Scottsdale Academy?
74 students attend Self Development Scottsdale Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Self Development Scottsdale Academy students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Self Development Scottsdale Academy offer ?
Self Development Scottsdale Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Self Development Scottsdale Academy part of?
Self Development Scottsdale Academy is part of Self Development Scottsdale Academy (308420) School District.
In what neighborhood is Self Development Scottsdale Academy located?
Self Development Scottsdale Academy is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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