Serving 257 students in grades 9-12, East Valley Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 15-19% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Valley Academy's student population of 257 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Valley Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Valley Academy is 0.41, which is less 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
#353 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
76%
47%
Black
5%
6%
White
8%
35%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
15-19%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Valley Academy's ranking?
East Valley Academy is ranked #353 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Valley Academy?
The graduation rate of East Valley Academy is 15-19%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend East Valley Academy?
257 students attend East Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of East Valley Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Valley Academy?
East Valley Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Valley Academy offer ?
East Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is East Valley Academy part of?
East Valley Academy is part of Mesa Unified District (4235) School District.
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