Excellent
#281 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Top 14% in state
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep
High School · Arete Preparatory Academy (89486)
4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Enrollment
552
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
552
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#281 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#65 of 422
public schools
Academic performance
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep
High School in Phoenix · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Arete Preparatory Academy (89486). Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #281 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep show 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- AZ avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep — Students at Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.9/10.
How Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep Compares
See how Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete (rated 9.4/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus (rated 9.3/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Mesa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Greenfield Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Gilbert), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Great Hearts Academies - Archway Arete Phoenix | 0.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Gilbert | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Challenger Basic School Gilbert | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| PIECEFUL SOLUTIONS LLC Gilbert | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Franklin Accelerated Academy - Brimhall Campus Mesa | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Franklin Junior High School Mesa | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| CHRIST'S GREENFIELD LUTHERAN SCHOOL Gilbert | 1.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Val Vista Lakes Elementary School Gilbert | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Sonoma Ranch Elementary School Gilbert | 1.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Johnson Elementary School Mesa | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Carol Rae Ranch Elementary Gilbert | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| GPS Global Academy Gilbert | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Greenfield Elementary School Gilbert | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Wilson Elementary School Mesa | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Greenfield Junior High School Gilbert | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Madison Elementary School Mesa | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Patterson Elementary School Gilbert | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Towne Meadows Elementary School Gilbert | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Irving Elementary School Mesa | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Highland Park Elementary Gilbert | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85034 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,545
Median Home Value
$397,400
Median Rent
$1,205/mo
Population
4,825
College Educated
31.7%
Homeownership
22.6%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
24.2%
Median Age
34.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep
What grades does Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep serve?
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep?
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.
How does Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep rank in AZ?
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep ranks #281 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep has 68% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 75% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep a charter school?
Yes, Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep a Title I school?
No, Great Hearts Academies - Arete Prep is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 552
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (480) 222-4233
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Arete Preparatory Academy (89486)- District Enrollment
- 552
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,439
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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