Serving 102 students in grades 3-8, Phoenix International Academy ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 3-8
- Enrollment: 102 students
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Phoenix International Academy's student population of 102 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
Total Students
102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Phoenix International Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix International Academy is 0.48, 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
#1701 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
69%
47%
Black
21%
6%
White
6%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
29%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix International Academy's ranking?
Phoenix International Academy is ranked #1701 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Phoenix International Academy?
102 students attend Phoenix International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Phoenix International Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Phoenix International Academy offer ?
Phoenix International Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-8
What school district is Phoenix International Academy part of?
Phoenix International Academy is part of Phoenix International Academy (903484) School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix International Academy located?
Phoenix International Academy is located in the Maricopa Freeway Center South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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