Serving 141 students in grades 6-8, Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School's student population of 141 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School is 0.67, 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
#976 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
35%
47%
Black
7%
6%
White
45%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School's ranking?
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School is ranked #976 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School?
141 students attend Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School offer ?
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School part of?
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School is part of Edkey Inc. - Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Ac (79981) School District.
In what neighborhood is Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School located?
Arizona Conservatory For Arts And Academics Middle School is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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