Named in honor of its primary benefactor, NBA legend George “Iceman” Gervin, George Gervin Prep Academy is a tuition-free charter school serving about 250 children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Aside from a well-rounded education, the academy focuses on organizational skills, social-emotional learning and, of course, basketball.
With a modern campus in South Phoenix, GGPA, as it is affectionately called, educates students in a family-like atmosphere to inspire kids to become the best versions of themselves they can be. Here, the faculty teach students to practice compassion, discipline and, above all, a commitment to be there for each other.
Outside of a core curriculum that integrates Open Court Reading, Envision Math, Imagine Learning, and a technology program, students also can thrive in musical performances or build leadership skills in student council. Plus, the more athletically inclined in sixth through eighth grades can find team spirit playing volleyball, flag football, girls’ basketball, boys’ basketball, or co-ed soccer. For every grade level, the academy adopts a wellness policy to help all students achieve physical and mental fitness.
As for other daily particulars, GGPA offers an after-school care program, free meals through the National School Lunch Program, and free transportation services for those who need them.
George Gervin Prep Academy
Charter Elementary, Middle School
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Grade K-8
2801 E Southern Ave,
Phoenix, AZ
School Details
Math Proficiency
22%
Reading Proficiency
27%
Niche Grade
C+
B-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
27%
Math Proficiency
22%
Teachers
Teachers in First or Second Year
100%
GreatSchools Rating
3
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
12%
State Average
44%
Science
31%
State Average
31%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
316:1
Student Diversity
Male
53.3%
Female
46.7%
Hispanic
52.7%
Black
35.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
4.8%
Native American
3.6%
White
1.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.2%
Two or more races
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
8/22/2023
George Gervin Prep has shown great increase in its student curriculum. The school offers diverse class options and appropriately sized classrooms to increase student engagement. They offer unique learning opportunities by learning through the senses. George Gervin Prep is an excellent school!!
8/18/2023
This is a really great school we started last year and my children are really coming out of their shells. Their test scores really went up as well.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/22/2023
George Gervin Prep Academy has shown great interest in teaching children. They strive for excellence and have high standards for learning. They offer diverse experiences for the children as well as high level academics.
7/27/2023
My children love going to GGPA, they have so many mentors that have come in and helped with building so much confidence in my children. After moving here last year I'm happy we made the right choice.
7/27/2023
I love this school, I can't wait for what's to come this school year. My child is thriving since I switched schools.
7/26/2023
I love working here at GGPA. This school is really good about making sure each is getting the attention they need to be successful. We are even more excited to announce to everyone that we are now a B Rated School. Our Teachers and Students have worked really hard over the last 2 years to make sure...
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Map
About South Mountain
List Price Range
$161K - $2.6M
Homes For Sale
90
Average Home Value
$390,435
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
39%
Household Income
$83,039
% of College Grads
18.6%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
2,033 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
60.3%
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