Serving 211 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Combs Traditional Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 211 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Combs Traditional Academy serves the west part of the San Tan Valley, AZ area, covering approximately 18.9 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Combs Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Combs Traditional Academy's student population of 211 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
211 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Relentless Agents’
School Rankings
Combs Traditional Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Combs Traditional Academy is 0.61, 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
#397 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
3%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Combs Traditional Academy's ranking?
Combs Traditional Academy is ranked #397 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Combs Traditional Academy often compared to?
Combs Traditional Academyis often viewed alongside schools like American Leadership Academy San Tan Valley K-6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Combs Traditional Academy?
211 students attend Combs Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Combs Traditional Academy students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Combs Traditional Academy?
Combs Traditional Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Combs Traditional Academy offer ?
Combs Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Combs Traditional Academy part of?
Combs Traditional Academy is part of J O Combs Unified School District (4445).
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