Balsz Online Academy (b.o.a.)

Balsz Online Academy (b.o.a.) is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of the Balsz Elementary District (4268). The school serves approximately 29 students in grades Kindergarten – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1. Students demonstrate 8% proficiency in math and 17% in reading/language arts.

Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $61,369, where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a large city setting.

With an enrollment of 29 students, Balsz Online Academy (b.o.a.) is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

With a student-teacher ratio of 5.8:1, Balsz Online Academy (b.o.a.) offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.

Balsz Online Academy (b.o.a.) is a virtual school, meaning instruction is delivered primarily online. Virtual schools offer flexibility but require strong self-discipline and a reliable home learning environment. Parents should consider whether their child thrives with independent, technology-based learning and ask about the school's approach to student engagement and support.