Serving 1,354 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky 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 31% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,354 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky's student population of 1,354 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky is 0.19, 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
#909 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
90%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
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 Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky's ranking?
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky is ranked #909 out of 1,921 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?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky?
1,354 students attend Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky offer ?
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky part of?
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky is part of Academy Of Mathematics And Science South Inc. (90878) School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky located?
Academy Of Math And Science Desert Sky is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.
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