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#86 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 4% in state

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep

High School · Cicero Preparatory Academy (92316)

4801 E WASHINGTON ST STE 250, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Charter

Enrollment

492

Score

9.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#86 of 2,006

In Phoenix

#22 of 422

public schools

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep

9.0/10

High School in Phoenix · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero

9.2/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

Pueblo Elementary School

9.4/10

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About Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep is a public high school in Phoenix, AZ, part of Cicero Preparatory Academy (92316). Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep serves approximately 492 students, and covers grades 6th-12th. Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #86 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares2.8 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-1.22 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency53% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile80th
College Readiness9.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$12,245
Chronic Absenteeism18.1%

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep — Students at Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.7% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 66.1% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2016
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2019
Math
69%
ELA
66%
2020*
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
60%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep Compares

See how Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
96th percentile in AZ
Academic
8.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent
Sports
5
2 boys' · 3 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Athletics5sports offered
2 boys'·3 girls'·7 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

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 - Cicero Prep may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Saguaro High School (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), with a comparable rating. Another option is Chaparral High School (rated 7.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), a more accessible option. Additionally, FUSION SCOTTSDALE (rated 6.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Scottsdale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Great Hearts Academies - Archway Cicero Phoenix 0.0 mi 9.2
Pueblo Elementary School Scottsdale 1.2 mi 9.4
Saguaro High School Scottsdale 1.3 mi 8.0
Mohave Middle School Scottsdale 1.7 mi 7.8
Noah Webster Schools-Pima Scottsdale 1.8 mi 7.6
SIERRA ACADEMY OF SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 2.0 mi 6.2
Cochise Elementary School Scottsdale 2.1 mi 9.1
FUSION SCOTTSDALE Scottsdale 2.1 mi 6.5
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF ARIZONA Scottsdale 2.2 mi 6.3
Navajo Elementary School Scottsdale 2.7 mi 8.3
SHEPHERD OF THE DESERT LUTHERAN SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.0 mi
THE UNITED SCHOOL OF AUTISM Scottsdale 3.0 mi 6.7
Kiva Elementary School Paradise Valley 2.7 mi 9.2
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program Phoenix 3.3 mi 7.7
Laguna Elementary School Scottsdale 3.2 mi 8.2
CAMELBACK DESERT SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.6 mi
Pima Elementary School Scottsdale 3.7 mi 6.9
Chaparral High School Scottsdale 3.4 mi 7.7
Montessori Academy Paradise Valley 3.2 mi 7.9
OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CATHOLIC SCHOOL Scottsdale 3.7 mi 6.5

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 - Cicero Prep

What grades does Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep serve?

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep?

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep has an enrollment of approximately 492 students.

How does Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep rank in AZ?

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep ranks #86 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 - Cicero Prep?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep a charter school?

Yes, Great Hearts Academies - Cicero 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 - Cicero Prep a Title I school?

No, Great Hearts Academies - Cicero Prep is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
492
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Maricopa County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.1%
4-Year Graduation
90%+

District

Cicero Preparatory Academy (92316)
District Enrollment
492
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,245
District Rank
#1 of 1

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