Summary:
The South Phoenix Academy Inc. district contains a single elementary school, South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 4th grade. The school faces significant academic and socioeconomic challenges, with student proficiency rates well below state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics.
South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy has an enrollment of 323 students, with a high percentage (76.78%) qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, indicating the school serves a population facing significant economic hardship. The school's academic performance is a concern, with 3rd grade ELA proficiency at 20% (vs. 39% state average) and 4th grade ELA proficiency at 21% (vs. 46% state average). In mathematics, 3rd grade proficiency is 30% (vs. 43% state average) and 4th grade proficiency is just 13% (vs. 39% state average).
The school's statewide ranking has declined from 1,005 out of 1,226 elementary schools in 2020-2021 to 832 out of 904 in 2023-2024, suggesting a relative decline in performance compared to other schools in Arizona. While the reasons for the school's academic struggles are not entirely clear, the high poverty rate among its student population may be a contributing factor. Targeted interventions and additional support may be necessary to improve student outcomes at South Phoenix Prep and Arts Academy.
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