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#109 of 225 private schools in AZ

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Holy Family Academy

School

2969 N GREENFIELD RD, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Private

Enrollment

91

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

6.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Arizona private schools

#109 of 225

In Phoenix

#22 of 44

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Holy Family Academy

6.4/10

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

William T Machan Elementary School

3.9/10

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3.6/10

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About Holy Family Academy

Holy Family Academy is a private school in Phoenix, AZ. Holy Family Academy serves approximately 91 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #109 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it comparesOn par with AZ schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • AZ avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 91 students, Holy Family Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Holy Family Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Holy Family 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Holy Family Academy compares to 443 public schools serving similar grades in Phoenix, AZ

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
17.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
91
This School
vs
516
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.4
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 87.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 11% vs 0%
Holy Family Academy Phoenix Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Holy Family Academy (this school) 6.4
William T Machan Elementary School 3.9
Loma Linda Elementary School 3.6
Larry C Kennedy School 3.5
Self Development Academy-Phoenix 6.7
Whittier Elementary School 5.3
Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School 6.1
Arizona Autism Charter School-Online K-8 5.3
Arizona Autism Charter School 5.9
Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus 5.7
North High School 5.4
Longview Elementary School 5.8
Creighton Virtual Academy 5.8
Excelencia School 5.3
Madison Camelview Elementary 6.5
Career Success School - Sage Campus 3.3
Madison Highland Prep 9.3
Madison Park School 5.4
The Creighton Academy 3.2
Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary School 6.2
Camelback High School 4.7

Showing 20 of 443 schools. View all schools in Phoenix

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- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.1 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 22%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.4 / 10
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Enrollment 91
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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 87.9%
Hispanic 11.0%
Two or More 1.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2969 N GREENFIELD RD, Phoenix, AZ 85016

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Family Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Madison Highland Prep (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (rated 7.5/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Self Development Academy-Phoenix (rated 6.7/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
William T Machan Elementary School Phoenix 0.4 mi 3.9
Loma Linda Elementary School Phoenix 0.6 mi 3.6
ST AGNES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Phoenix 1.0 mi 6.6
Larry C Kennedy School Phoenix 1.0 mi 3.5
Self Development Academy-Phoenix Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.7
Whittier Elementary School Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.3
Arizona Autism Charter - Online High School Phoenix 1.1 mi 6.1
Arizona Autism Charter School-Online K-8 Phoenix 1.1 mi 5.3
Excelencia School Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.3
Creighton Virtual Academy Phoenix 1.3 mi 5.8
Arizona Autism Charter School Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.9
Arizona Autism Charter School Upper School Campus Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.7
Longview Elementary School Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.8
Madison Camelview Elementary Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.5
North High School Phoenix 1.2 mi 5.4
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL Phoenix 1.4 mi 6.1
Madison Highland Prep Phoenix 1.4 mi 9.3
Madison Park School Phoenix 1.4 mi 5.4
The Creighton Academy Phoenix 1.5 mi 3.2
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE Phoenix 1.7 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,085

Median Home Value

$508,400

Median Rent

$1,575/mo

Population

36,857

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

51%

Avg Commute

21.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

37.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Family Academy

What grades does Holy Family Academy serve?

Holy Family Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Holy Family Academy?

Holy Family Academy has an enrollment of approximately 91 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Family Academy rank in AZ?

Holy Family Academy ranks #109 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is Holy Family Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Family Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Family Academy a private school?

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

Is Holy Family Academy a religious school?

Holy Family Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
57 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
47 Some Transit
Bike Score
79 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
91
Gender Split
38% M / 62% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large City
County
Maricopa County

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