Serving 659 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Centerra Mirage Stem 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 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerra Mirage STEM Academy serves a central area in Goodyear, AZ, covering approximately 7.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 3.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy's student population of 659 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Blazing The Trail To Success
School Rankings
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy 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 Centerra Mirage Stem Academy is 0.55, 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
#704 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
65%
49%
Black
12%
6%
White
14%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerra Mirage Stem Academy's ranking?
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy is ranked #704 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Centerra Mirage Stem Academy often compared to?
Centerra Mirage Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Copper Trails by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Centerra Mirage Stem Academy?
659 students attend Centerra Mirage Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Centerra Mirage Stem Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 4% 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 is the student-teacher ratio of Centerra Mirage Stem Academy?
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centerra Mirage Stem Academy offer ?
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerra Mirage Stem Academy part of?
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy is part of Avondale Elementary District (4272).
In what neighborhood is Centerra Mirage Stem Academy located?
Centerra Mirage Stem Academy is located in the Centerra neighborhood of Goodyear, AZ.
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