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#1147 of 2,006 schools in AZ
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy
Elementary School · South Phoenix Academy Inc. (91108)
4039 E RAYMOND ST STE 3, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Enrollment
285
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
285
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,147 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#198 of 422
public schools
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy
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About South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy is a public elementary school in Phoenix, AZ, part of South Phoenix Academy Inc. (91108). South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy serves approximately 285 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th. South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,147 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- AZ avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy 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.
36% of students at South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy — Students at South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 24 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 7.7/10.
How South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy Compares
See how South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
4039 E RAYMOND ST STE 3, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Phoenix International Academy (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Gervin Prep Academy (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Tempe), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center (rated 7.0/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Skyline Prep High School Chandler | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| South Valley Prep and Arts School Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 4.8 |
| AWAKENING SEED SCHOOL Phoenix | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Nevitt Elementary School Phoenix | 0.9 mi | 4.9 |
| George Gervin Prep Academy Tempe | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Desert Marigold School Phoenix | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Pinnacle High School - Tempe Tempe | 1.7 mi | — |
| Pinnacle Online High School Tempe | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School Phoenix | 1.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Phoenix International Academy Phoenix | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| BASIS Ahwatukee Phoenix | 2.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Frank Elementary School Guadalupe | 2.1 mi | 4.7 |
| T G Barr School Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Kyrene de las Lomas School Phoenix | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| 91ST PSALM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Phoenix | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Kaizen Education Foundation dba South Pointe Elementary Scho Tempe | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| AAEC - SMCC Campus Phoenix | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center Phoenix | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Percy L Julian School Phoenix | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Wood School Tempe | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,890
Median Home Value
$294,800
Median Rent
$1,193/mo
Population
33,325
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
47.6%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
23.1%
Median Age
30.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy
What grades does South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy serve?
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy?
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 285 students.
How does South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy rank in AZ?
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy ranks #1,147 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy a charter school?
Yes, South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 285
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (877) 225-2118
Resources & Links
District
South Phoenix Academy Inc. (91108)- District Enrollment
- 285
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,368
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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