Below Average
#1570 of 2,006 schools in AZ
South Valley Prep and Arts School
Middle School · South Valley Academy Inc. (90540)
4039 E RAYMOND ST STE 3, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Enrollment
228
Score
4.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
228
Score
4.8
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,570 of 2,006
In Phoenix
#306 of 422
public schools
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South Valley Prep and Arts School
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About South Valley Prep and Arts School
South Valley Prep and Arts School is a public middle school in Phoenix, AZ, part of South Valley Academy Inc. (90540). South Valley Prep and Arts School serves approximately 228 students, and covers grades 5th-8th. South Valley Prep and Arts School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,570 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for South Valley Prep and Arts School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at South Valley Prep and Arts School 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 Valley Prep and Arts School 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.
48% of students at South Valley Prep and Arts School 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 Valley Prep and Arts School — Students at South Valley Prep and Arts School score 16% 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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How South Valley Prep and Arts School Compares
See how South Valley Prep and Arts School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
4039 E RAYMOND ST STE 3, Phoenix, AZ 85040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering South Valley Prep and Arts School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Phoenix International Academy (rated 8.8/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BASIS Ahwatukee (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, 91ST PSALM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 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 Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy Phoenix | 0.0 mi | 5.9 |
| 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
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| Sanders Middle School Sanders, AZ | 4.7 |
| Eloy Junior High School Eloy, AZ | 4.9 |
| Ganado Middle School Ganado, AZ | 4.9 |
| Wallace Jr High School Parker, AZ | 4.9 |
| Imagine Cortez Park Middle Phoenix, AZ | 4.6 |
| Magee Middle School Tucson, AZ | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South Valley Prep and Arts School
What grades does South Valley Prep and Arts School serve?
South Valley Prep and Arts School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend South Valley Prep and Arts School?
South Valley Prep and Arts School has an enrollment of approximately 228 students.
How does South Valley Prep and Arts School rank in AZ?
South Valley Prep and Arts School ranks #1,570 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is South Valley Prep and Arts School's MySchoolScout rating?
South Valley Prep and Arts School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 Valley Prep and Arts School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, South Valley Prep and Arts School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).
Is South Valley Prep and Arts School a charter school?
Yes, South Valley Prep and Arts School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is South Valley Prep and Arts School a Title I school?
No, South Valley Prep and Arts School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 228
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.8%
- Phone
- (877) 225-2118
Resources & Links
District
South Valley Academy Inc. (90540)- District Enrollment
- 228
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,542
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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