Serving 22 students in grades 9-12,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 44%).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pillar Online ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Pillar Online's student population of 22 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Pillar Online is 0.30, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
82%
47%
Black
n/a
6%
White
18%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pillar Online?
The graduation rate of Pillar Online is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Pillar Online?
22 students attend Pillar Online.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pillar Online students are Hispanic, and 18% of students are White.
What grades does Pillar Online offer ?
Pillar Online offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pillar Online part of?
Pillar Online is part of Pillar Charter School (87334) School District.
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