Telesis Preparatory Academy serves 47 students in grades 9-12.
Telesis Preparatory Academy placed in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telesis Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Telesis Preparatory Academy's student population of 47 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Telesis Preparatory Academy is ranked within the top 20% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Telesis Preparatory Academy is 0.50, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#353 out of 1854 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
46%
Black
2%
6%
White
66%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
76%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
26%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Telesis Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Telesis Preparatory Academy is ranked #353 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Telesis Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Telesis Preparatory Academy is 80%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Telesis Preparatory Academy?
47 students attend Telesis Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Telesis Preparatory Academy students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Telesis Preparatory Academy offer ?
Telesis Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Telesis Preparatory Academy part of?
Telesis Preparatory Academy is part of Telesis Center For Learning Inc. (79218) School District.
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