Serving 6 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)'s student population of 6 students has declined by 92% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
6 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
5 teachers
School Rankings
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1733 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
24%
American Indian
17%
5%
Hispanic
17%
49%
Black
50%
6%
Two or more races
16%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)'s ranking?
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) is ranked #1733 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.)?
6 students attend Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) students are Black, 17% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, and 16% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) offer ?
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) part of?
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) is part of Balsz Elementary District (4268).
In what neighborhood is Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) located?
Balsz Online Academy (B.o.a.) is located in the Camelback East Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 24 other public schools located in Camelback East Village.
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