Tempe Preparatory Academy is a public charter school in Tempe, a suburb of Phoenix, Arizona in the United States. Founded in 1996, Tempe Preparatory Academy offers a Great Books, core liberal arts curriculum centered on Western tradition, history, language, and literature.
Serving 30 students in grades 9-12, Valley Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 <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 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Valley Preparatory Academy's student population of 30 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Valley Preparatory Academy is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
57%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
27%
33%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(21-22)93.3%
46.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
9%
14%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
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 34% 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 77%.
How many students attend Valley Preparatory Academy?
30 students attend Valley Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Valley Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Preparatory Academy?
Valley Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Valley Preparatory Academy offer ?
Valley Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Valley Preparatory Academy part of?
Valley Preparatory Academy is part of Kestrel Schools Inc. (79065).
In what neighborhood is Valley Preparatory Academy located?
Valley Preparatory Academy is located in the Shalimar neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Shalimar.
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