Serving 66 students in grades 9-12, Genesis Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Genesis Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Genesis Academy's student population of 66 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
66 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Genesis Academy is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≤20%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
21-39%
76%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
1%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Genesis Academy?
The graduation rate of Genesis Academy is 21-39%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 76%.
How many students attend Genesis Academy?
66 students attend Genesis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Genesis Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Genesis Academy offer ?
Genesis Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Genesis Academy part of?
Genesis Academy is part of Genesis Program Inc. (4332) School District.
In what neighborhood is Genesis Academy located?
Genesis Academy is located in the Lynwood Place neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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