Serving 159 students in grades Kindergarten-8, George Gervin Prep Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Gervin Prep Academy's student population of 159 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
159 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
George Gervin Prep Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Gervin Prep Academy is 0.56, 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
#1221 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
53%
48%
Black
40%
6%
White
n/a
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
10%
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 George Gervin Prep Academy's ranking?
George Gervin Prep Academy is ranked #1221 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are George Gervin Prep Academy often compared to?
George Gervin Prep Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Marigold School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend George Gervin Prep Academy?
159 students attend George Gervin Prep Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of George Gervin Prep Academy students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does George Gervin Prep Academy offer ?
George Gervin Prep Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George Gervin Prep Academy part of?
George Gervin Prep Academy is part of George Gervin Youth Center Inc. (90884) School District.
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