Serving 203 students in grades 4-8, Pensar Academy 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pensar Academy's student population of 203 students has grown by 290% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Pensar Academy 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 Pensar Academy is 0.43, 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
#1090 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
74%
49%
Black
10%
6%
White
11%
33%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pensar Academy's ranking?
Pensar Academy is ranked #1090 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pensar Academy?
203 students attend Pensar Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Pensar Academy students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pensar Academy?
Pensar Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pensar Academy offer ?
Pensar Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pensar Academy part of?
Pensar Academy is part of Pensar Academy (92972) School District.
In what neighborhood is Pensar Academy located?
Pensar Academy is located in the Wigwam Creek South neighborhood of Litchfield Park, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Wigwam Creek South.
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