Serving 29 students in grades 9-12, Valley Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- 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
Valley Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Valley Preparatory Academy's student population of 29 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valley Preparatory Academy is 0.80, which is more 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)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
47%
Black
24%
6%
White
14%
35%
Hawaiian
10%
n/a
Two or more races
21%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
14%
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 45% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Valley Preparatory Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Valley Preparatory Academy?
29 students attend Valley Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Valley Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 21% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Hawaiian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Valley Preparatory Academy offer ?
Valley Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Valley Preparatory Academy part of?
Valley Preparatory Academy is part of Kestrel Schools Inc. (79065) School District.
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