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#41 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 18% of private schools

Az Aspire Academy

School

14062 N TERRITORY TRL, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Private

Enrollment

286

Student-Teacher

3.2:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Az Aspire Academy

7.4/10

School in Fountain Hills · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.3/10

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7.1/10

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About Az Aspire Academy

Az Aspire Academy is a private school in Fountain Hills, AZ. Az Aspire Academy serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Az Aspire Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 3.2:1 students to teachers, Az Aspire Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Az Aspire Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Az Aspire Academy sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Az Aspire Academy compares to the 2 public schools in Fountain Hills, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
3.2:1
This School
vs
20.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
286
This School
vs
229
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.4
This School
vs
5.7
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 63.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 18.5% vs 0%
Black 10.8% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Az Aspire Academy Fountain Hills Public Avg

All Schools in Fountain Hills

School Rating
Az Aspire Academy (this school) 7.4
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy 4.3
Fountain Hills High School 7.0

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AZ.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 3.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.5 / 10
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School Day Length 5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 900
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 7.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 55%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 286
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AZ

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 63.6%
Hispanic 18.5%
Black 10.8%
Two or More 5.2%
Asian 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14062 N TERRITORY TRL, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Az Aspire Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. BASIS Scottsdale (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Fountain Hills Virtual Academy (rated 4.3/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Fountain Hills, see our Fountain Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BASIS Scottsdale Primary - East Campus Scottsdale 1.9 mi 9.3
Fountain Hills Middle School Fountain Hls 2.0 mi 7.1
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy Fountain Hills 2.0 mi 4.3
Fountain Hills High School Fountain Hills 2.1 mi 7.0
Mission Montessori Academy Scottsdale 2.7 mi 7.1
Mountainside Middle School Scottsdale 2.7 mi 7.6
Anasazi Elementary Scottsdale 2.7 mi 9.1
Desert Mountain High School Scottsdale 2.8 mi 8.3
BASIS Scottsdale Scottsdale 3.0 mi 8.8
McDowell Mountain Elementary School Fountain Hls 3.1 mi 6.8
Desert Canyon Elementary Scottsdale 5.2 mi 9.4
Desert Canyon Middle School Scottsdale 5.3 mi 8.3
Laguna Elementary School Scottsdale 5.5 mi 8.2
Cheyenne Traditional School Scottsdale 5.5 mi 9.1
HMAN'SHAWA DAY SCHOOL Fort Mcdowell 5.7 mi
NOTRE DAME PREPARATORY Scottsdale 6.0 mi 4.7
CAMELBACK DESERT SCHOOL Scottsdale 6.1 mi
SCOTTSDALE CHILD CARE AND LEARNING CENTER Scottsdale 6.1 mi 9.0
NEW COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH CHILDREN'S MINISTRY C Scottsdale 6.2 mi
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program Phoenix 6.3 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85268 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$105,288

Median Home Value

$576,700

Median Rent

$1,781/mo

Population

23,895

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

29 min

Poverty Rate

6.5%

Median Age

60.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Az Aspire Academy

What grades does Az Aspire Academy serve?

Az Aspire Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Az Aspire Academy?

Az Aspire Academy has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Az Aspire Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Az Aspire Academy is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Az Aspire Academy rank in AZ?

Az Aspire Academy ranks #41 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Az Aspire Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Az Aspire Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Az Aspire Academy a private school?

Yes, Az Aspire Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Az Aspire Academy a religious school?

No, Az Aspire Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
1 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
286
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
3.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
5 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Maricopa County

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