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Very Good

#599 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 30% in state

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor

High School · Career Development Inc. (4400)

PO BOX 125, Taylor, AZ 85939

Charter

Enrollment

71

Score

7.3

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

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#599 of 2,006

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor

7.3/10

High School in Taylor · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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8.0/10

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About Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor is a public high school in Taylor, AZ, part of Career Development Inc. (4400). Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor serves approximately 71 students, and covers grades 7th-12th. Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #599 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.1 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 71 students, Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor 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.

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor 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.

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics6.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)15% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Per-Pupil Spending$15,426

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor — Students at Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 15%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 22.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 25 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
49.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
49.5%
2015
Math
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Compares

See how Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in AZ
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

Advanced STEM Courses3 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

PO BOX 125, Taylor, AZ 85939

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Snowflake High School (rated 7.9/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Snowflake), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, White Mountain Institute (rated 7.0/10, 15.4 miles away, in nearby Show Low), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Taylor, see our Taylor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 16.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Taylor Intermediate School Snowflake 0.9 mi 7.9
George Washington Academy Mesa 0.9 mi 8.0
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College SCC Snowflake 1.0 mi
Snowflake Junior High School Snowflake 1.1 mi 7.2
Taylor Elementary School Snowflake 1.3 mi 7.4
Highland Primary School Snowflake 1.5 mi 7.8
Snowflake Preschool Snowflake 1.6 mi
NAVIT - Snowflake High School Snowflake 2.0 mi
Snowflake High School Snowflake 2.0 mi 7.9
Snowflake Intermediate School Snowflake 2.0 mi 7.6
Sequoia Village School Show Low 13.7 mi 4.0
Linden Elementary School Show Low 13.6 mi 6.9
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 15.4 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 15.4 mi 8.2
White Mountain Institute Show Low 15.4 mi 7.0
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 15.4 mi 4.5
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 15.7 mi 5.9
WMI ON LINE Show Low 15.7 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 15.7 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 16.4 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85939 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$81,918

Median Home Value

$291,400

Population

3,729

College Educated

20.7%

Homeownership

85.1%

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

50.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor

What grades does Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor serve?

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor?

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor has an enrollment of approximately 71 students.

How does Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor rank in AZ?

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor ranks #599 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor's MySchoolScout rating?

Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor a charter school?

Yes, Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.

Is Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor a Title I school?

No, Northern Az Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
71
Type
alternative
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Navajo County
4-Year Graduation
49.5%

District

Career Development Inc. (4400)
District Enrollment
71
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,426
District Rank
#1 of 1

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