East Valley Academy

855 W 8th Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 284 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 284 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50% in AZ)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • 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

School Overview

East Valley Academy's student population of 284 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars

School Rankings

The diversity score of East Valley Academy is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
≤20%
34%
(20-21)
<50%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
9%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
15%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.50
25-29%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 25-29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend East Valley Academy?
284 students attend East Valley Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Valley Academy students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does East Valley Academy offer ?
East Valley Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Valley Academy part of?
East Valley Academy is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is East Valley Academy located?
East Valley Academy is located in the Fiesta Park Village neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Fiesta Park Village.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • School Type: Alternative school
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 284 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 85%
  • : 25-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤20% (Btm 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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