Valley Preparatory Academy

2150 Southern Avenue Ste 713
Tempe, AZ 85282
Valley Preparatory Academy serves 25 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%) for the 2018-19 school year.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • 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

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School Overview

Valley Preparatory Academy's student population of 25 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
25 students
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School Rankings

The diversity score of Valley Preparatory Academy is 0.75, 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.
Definition of Terms 2020-2021 School Year Data
This School
State Level (AZ)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)
<50%
45%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)
<50%
45%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
24%
46%
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Black
28%
6%
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White
12%
36%
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Hawaiian
32%
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Two or more races
n/a
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.75
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Graduation Rate
<50%
76%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
14%
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Source: 2020-2021 (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?
25 students attend Valley Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Valley Preparatory Academy students are Hawaiian, 28% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 4% 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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Quick Stats (2023)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 25 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • Graduation Rate
    : <50% (Btm 50%)
  • Math Proficiency
    : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : <50% (Top 1%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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