Serving 252 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Phoenix International 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 252 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenix International Academy's student population of 252 students has grown by 147% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
252 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Phoenix International 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 Phoenix International Academy is 0.53, 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
#1153 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
65%
49%
Black
21%
6%
White
7%
33%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
90%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix International Academy's ranking?
Phoenix International Academy is ranked #1153 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Phoenix International Academy?
252 students attend Phoenix International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Phoenix International Academy students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix International Academy?
Phoenix International Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix International Academy offer ?
Phoenix International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix International Academy part of?
Phoenix International Academy is part of Phoenix International Academy (903484) School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix International Academy located?
Phoenix International Academy is located in the Maricopa Freeway Center South neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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