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#42 of 225 private schools in AZ

Top 18% of private schools

San Pedro Valley Academy

High School

3331 IN BALANCE RD, Huachuca City, AZ 85616

Private

Enrollment

33

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

7.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#42 of 225

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San Pedro Valley Academy

7.4/10

High School in Huachuca City · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.2/10

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5.5/10

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About San Pedro Valley Academy

San Pedro Valley Academy is a private high school in Huachuca City, AZ. San Pedro Valley Academy serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. San Pedro Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #42 of 225 private schools in AZ.

How it compares1.2 pts above AZ schools
  • This school 7.4 · Very Good
  • AZ avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 33 students, San Pedro Valley 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 6.6:1 students to teachers, San Pedro Valley Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

San Pedro Valley 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.

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 8.9 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.6 / 10
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School Day Length 6.6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,636.8
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 52%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Enrollment 33
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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 66.7%
Two or More 15.2%
Asian 9.1%
Hispanic 6.1%
Black 3.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3331 IN BALANCE RD, Huachuca City, AZ 85616

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering San Pedro Valley Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. St David High School (rated 9.2/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Saint David), which scores notably higher. Another option is Benson High School (rated 9.0/10, 14.3 miles away, in nearby Benson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tombstone High School (rated 7.6/10, 9.7 miles away, in nearby Tombstone), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Huachuca City, see our Huachuca City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.4 mi
School Distance Rating
St David High School Saint David 9.6 mi 9.2
St David Elementary School Saint David 9.6 mi 5.5
Tombstone High School Tombstone 9.7 mi 7.6
Huachuca City School Tombstone 11.2 mi 5.5
Walter J Meyer School Tombstone 10.5 mi 5.3
Buena High School Sierra Vista 13.6 mi 6.8
SVUSD AOI Sierra Vista 13.6 mi
Berean Academy Sierra Vista 13.9 mi 6.2
CTD - Cochise College Willcox 14.0 mi
Benson Primary School Benson 14.2 mi 5.7
Benson Middle School Benson 14.2 mi 6.7
Bella Vista Elementary School Sierra Vista 14.4 mi 7.4
Benson High School Benson 14.3 mi 9.0
Benson Digital Learning Center Benson 14.3 mi 6.3
Benson Digital Learning Center Online Benson 14.3 mi 6.1
Carmichael Elementary School Sierra Vista 14.7 mi 3.5
Center for Academic Success #5 - Sierra Vista K-8 Sierra Vista 14.9 mi 6.6
Center for Academic Success #1 - Sierra Vista 9-12 Sierra Vista 14.9 mi 7.1
VERITAS CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Sierra Vista 14.9 mi 7.8
Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School Sierra Vista 15.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85616 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,515

Median Home Value

$157,600

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

4,845

College Educated

25.7%

Homeownership

72%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

25.8%

Median Age

45.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about San Pedro Valley Academy

What grades does San Pedro Valley Academy serve?

San Pedro Valley Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend San Pedro Valley Academy?

San Pedro Valley Academy has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at San Pedro Valley Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at San Pedro Valley Academy is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does San Pedro Valley Academy rank in AZ?

San Pedro Valley Academy ranks #42 of 225 private schools in AZ.

What is San Pedro Valley Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

San Pedro Valley Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is San Pedro Valley Academy a private school?

Yes, San Pedro Valley Academy is a private all-boys school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is San Pedro Valley Academy a religious school?

No, San Pedro Valley Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
25 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.6 hours
Days Per Year
248 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Cochise County

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