Serving 1,181 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Summit Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summit Academy is located in the southwest part of Chandler, AZ, serving an attendance zone that spans approximately 5.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summit Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Summit Academy's student population of 1,181 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,181 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Summit 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 Summit Academy is 0.67, which is more 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
#528 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Academy's ranking?
Summit Academy is ranked #528 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Summit Academy?
1,181 students attend Summit Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Summit Academy students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Summit Academy?
Summit Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit Academy offer ?
Summit Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summit Academy part of?
Summit Academy is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
School Calendar
View the Summit Academy yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving break - Schools closed, limited district services
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day of 1st Semester
December 17, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of 2nd Semester
January 05, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - Schools Closed, Limited District Services
March 08, 2027 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I think Hendrix Junior High is a great school. My children came from 8 years in a private christian school and I was petrified to put them into the public school system, but felt I needed to in order to expose them to the "real" world. Two of my children have been placed in advanced classes and have consistently made the principles honor roll, have been a member of the National Junior Honor Society and are in the school's band program. My daughter has since moved on to high school where she still maintains a very high gpa. The teachers at Hendrix care about my children and their education and make it extremely easy to approach them with any concerns or questions I may have. My son has one more year there and in 2 years, we will also be sending our youngest child there. LOVE this school - feels like family.
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