Serving 1,213 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Phoenix Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Phoenix Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Apple Valley, CA, covering approximately 254.7 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenix Academy's student population of 1,213 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
1,213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoenix Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Academy is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9305 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
63%
56%
Black
16%
5%
White
15%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.8%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Academy's ranking?
Phoenix Academy is ranked #9305 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Phoenix Academy?
1,213 students attend Phoenix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Phoenix Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Academy?
Phoenix Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Phoenix Academy offer ?
Phoenix Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Phoenix Academy part of?
Phoenix Academy is part of Apple Valley Unified School District.
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