Serving 618 students in grades Kindergarten-12, The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix's student population of 618 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Motto
“To Live – To Learn – To Love – To Leave A Legacy”
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix is 0.48, 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
#1403 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
70%
48%
Black
17%
6%
White
9%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
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 The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix's ranking?
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix is ranked #1403 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix often compared to?
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenixis often viewed alongside schools like Maxine O Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix?
618 students attend The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix offer ?
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix part of?
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix is part of The Paideia Academies Inc (91250) School District.
In what neighborhood is The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix located?
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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