Serving 84 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory's student population of 84 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
84 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory 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 Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
5%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory's ranking?
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory is ranked #758 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory?
84 students attend Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory offer ?
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory part of?
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory is part of Griffin Foundation Inc. The (79500) School District.
In what neighborhood is Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory located?
Children Reaching For The Sky Preparatory is located in the Julia Keen neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Julia Keen.
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