Southern Arizona Community Academy is a charter high school located in Tucson, Arizona. It opened in the 1999–2000 school year. SACA's enrollment is between 180 and 240 students. Students may earn a high school diploma through an accelerated, career-focused program.
Serving 100 students in grades 9-12, Southern Arizona Community Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Arizona Community Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Southern Arizona Community Academy's student population of 100 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
SACA IS THE KEY TO YOUR SUCCESS
School Rankings
Southern Arizona Community Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Arizona Community Academy is 0.61, 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
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
57%
48%
Black
14%
6%
White
21%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
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 Southern Arizona Community Academy's ranking?
Southern Arizona Community Academy is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Southern Arizona Community Academy often compared to?
Southern Arizona Community Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Saca Online, Alternative Computerized Education (Ace) Charter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Arizona Community Academy?
The graduation rate of Southern Arizona Community Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Southern Arizona Community Academy?
100 students attend Southern Arizona Community Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Southern Arizona Community Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Southern Arizona Community Academy offer ?
Southern Arizona Community Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Arizona Community Academy part of?
Southern Arizona Community Academy is part of Southern Arizona Community Academy Inc. (79000) School District.
In what neighborhood is Southern Arizona Community Academy located?
Southern Arizona Community Academy is located in the Grant And Glenn neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Grant And Glenn.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
A great alternative high school. The school is very committed to the achievement of each individual student.
5 5/1/2012
Due to SACA's self-paced system, students receive individual attention and can succeed at their own pace. The teachers are not only helpful but genuinely want to see the students do well and go on to bigger and better things. I am graduating from SACA in June and I am going to be attending the Honors College at the University of Arizona. My passion for learning comes from the environment that Southern Arizona Community Academy has provided me with. If you take full advantage of their resources you can enroll at Pima Community College for free and receive high school and college credit. You can also become Microsoft Certified. If you are a student who wants to finish classes quicker, this school is perfect for you. The motivated and the dedicated do extremely well here. Similarly, if you are struggling in a main-stream high school environment, SACA may be the perfect alternative.
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