Serving 371 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Ward Traditional Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ward Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ward Traditional Academy's student population of 371 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ward Traditional Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ward Traditional Academy is 0.68, 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
#176 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
33%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
45%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
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 Ward Traditional Academy's ranking?
Ward Traditional Academy is ranked #176 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Ward Traditional Academy often compared to?
Ward Traditional Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cochise Elementary School, Center For Educational Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Ward Traditional Academy?
371 students attend Ward Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ward Traditional Academy students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ward Traditional Academy?
Ward Traditional Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ward Traditional Academy offer ?
Ward Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ward Traditional Academy part of?
Ward Traditional Academy is part of Tempe School District (4258).
In what neighborhood is Ward Traditional Academy located?
Ward Traditional Academy is located in the South Tempe neighborhood of Tempe, AZ. There are 22 other public schools located in South Tempe.
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