Serving 129 students in grades 5-8, Newell Barney College Preparatory School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newell Barney College Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Newell Barney College Preparatory School's student population of 129 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Newell Barney College Preparatory School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newell Barney College Preparatory School is 0.54, which is less 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
#500 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
25%
49%
Black
2%
6%
White
63%
33%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
36%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newell Barney College Preparatory School's ranking?
Newell Barney College Preparatory School is ranked #500 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Newell Barney College Preparatory School often compared to?
Newell Barney College Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Queen Creek Junior High School, Dr. Camille Casteel High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Newell Barney College Preparatory School?
129 students attend Newell Barney College Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Newell Barney College Preparatory School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newell Barney College Preparatory School?
Newell Barney College Preparatory School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newell Barney College Preparatory School offer ?
Newell Barney College Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newell Barney College Preparatory School part of?
Newell Barney College Preparatory School is part of Queen Creek Unified District (4245).
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