Serving 217 students in grades Kindergarten-8, George Washington 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
George Washington Academy's student population of 217 students has grown by 37% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
George Washington Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Washington Academy is 0.26, 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
#636 out of 1854 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
7%
47%
Black
1%
6%
White
86%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Washington Academy's ranking?
George Washington Academy is ranked #636 out of 1,854 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend George Washington Academy?
217 students attend George Washington Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of George Washington Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What grades does George Washington Academy offer ?
George Washington Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is George Washington Academy part of?
George Washington Academy is part of Edkey Inc. - Sequoia Village School (79211) School District.
In what neighborhood is George Washington Academy located?
George Washington Academy is located in the Freedom Run neighborhood of Mesa, AZ.
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