Metropolitan Arts Institute

Metropolitan Arts Institute

Charter Middle, High School | Grade 7-12
1700 N 7th Ave,  Phoenix, AZ
4.2
4.7
251 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
27%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.59
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
A
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B+
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.59
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
27%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
27.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
570
Verbal
620
Average ACT
22
Math
20
English
23
Reading
23
Science
22
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
13%
State Average
44%
Science
47%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
125:1

Student Diversity

Female
78.3%
Male
21.7%
Female
78.3%
Hispanic
42.2%
White
35.7%
Male
21.7%
Economically disadvantaged
21.7%
Black
10%
Two or more races
10%

School Rankings

#4 Best HS for the Arts in Arizona
#26 Best Public HS Teachers in Arizona
#39 Best Charter HS in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 104 Students
Northern Arizona University 87 Students
University of Arizona 36 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 22 Students
Phoenix College 21 Students
Grand Canyon University 19 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 16 Students
Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus 16 Students
Prescott College 16 Students
Academy of Art University 15 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 23 Students
Business 16 Students
Photography 15 Students
Arts 13 Students
Fine Arts 12 Students
Film and Video Studies 11 Students
Dance 11 Students
Music Performance 9 Students
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects 8 Students
Studio Arts 8 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 50 Reviews
5.0 Senior
1/16/2025
At metro, you are supported in class, teachers take the time to know you and what will better get you through class. you are taught how to organize your work, and get your things done, and taught methods that are best for you personally. creativity is explored and welcomed, through art and style.
5.0 Senior
11/2/2019
I really like Metro's culture. It is a place that I have learned and grown in. In freshman year I was this lonely awkward ball of social anxiety, but now I'm an awkward ball of social anxiety with friends. It really is a unique atmosphere and experience I wish more high school students were able to experience.
5.0 Freshman
9/14/2019
I am currently a freshman at this school, and I love it. the atmosphere is fantastic, the teachers give interesting and engaging lessons and I actually get excited to school for once. this school is amazing and I love it
GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 13 Reviews
5.0 parent
2/6/2022
This school is extremely positive and supportive of children with learning and emotional challenges. Their positive perspective is extremely refreshing and we feel so blessed to have found this school which celebrates our sons talents and passions in the arts.
5.0 parent
11/26/2018
This is a fantastic school. Passionate faculty and staff. Students can learn in a supportive environment. There are lots of clubs to join and discover new interests. Happiest I've seen my daughter in a long time!
5.0 student
8/6/2018
It has been a really fun way to start off high school and the only con is I miss my friends.
5.0 parent
4/19/2015
After we moved to Phoenix, my son went to 5 schools in 6 years, including charter, public, private, and online schools. I was at my wit's end. He had emotional control issues that every other school wanted to solve by punishing him into submission--which only made things worse. At Metro, they held m...

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Metropolitan Arts Institute is a charter school for students in grades 7-12 located at 1700 N 7th Ave in Phoenix, AZ. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 251 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 0:1. Academic records show that 27% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Metropolitan Arts Institute has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.59, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $642,155. Discover additional schools in the area, like Arizona School for the Arts, Genesis Academy, Summit High School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Metropolitan Arts Institute.

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