Serving 246 students in grades 10-12, Linda Abril Educational 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 246 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Suns-Diamondbacks Education Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Phoenix, AZ, encompassing approximately 174.2 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 7.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Linda Abril Educational Academy's student population of 246 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
246 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
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School Calendar
School Rankings
Linda Abril Educational Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linda Abril Educational Academy is 0.30, 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
#1818 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
American Indian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
83%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Black
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
2%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 24-year historical data
Graduation Rate
25-29%
77.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linda Abril Educational Academy's ranking?
Linda Abril Educational Academy is ranked #1818 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linda Abril Educational Academy?
The graduation rate of Linda Abril Educational Academy is 25-29%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77.8%.
How many students attend Linda Abril Educational Academy?
246 students attend Linda Abril Educational Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Linda Abril Educational Academy students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linda Abril Educational Academy?
Linda Abril Educational Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linda Abril Educational Academy offer ?
Linda Abril Educational Academy offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Linda Abril Educational Academy part of?
Linda Abril Educational Academy is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Linda Abril Educational Academy located?
Linda Abril Educational Academy is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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