Skyline Prep High School is a tuition-free, public charter high school that welcomes students from all over with open enrollment.
Skyline Prep offers highly individualized instruction, small class sizes and is focused on creating a community-centered environment where students are encouraged to thrive. Three areas of focus—academics, arts, and athletics—come together to create a well-rounded educational experience for Skyline Prep students.
Founded in 2000 by Ronda Owens and Sharon Paskiewicz as a nonprofit organization, Skyline Prep operates under the vision that all children have an opportunity to receive a quality education and an equal chance of success, regardless of their socio-economic conditions, special needs, or history. The founders created a culture where each child is met where they are and ensures they have a chance to grow in education and life.
Academic instruction is highly personalized with age-appropriate learning challenges that encourage students to problem-solve. Its robust arts curriculum furthers Skyline Prep’s mission with arts and media prep courses, performing and visual arts, dance, theater, music, multi-medium and dimension art, photography, graphics, and more. The high school offers a full athletic program and was recently ranked number two in CAA Division1A in 2018 for Football and State Champions in 2020 for basketball.
Additionally, Skyline Prep High School promotes a commitment to excellence in education and life by developing student character that is used to improve the lives of students and their families for generations to come.
Skyline Prep High School
School Details
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Average ACT Score
17
Math Proficiency
15%
Reading Proficiency
15%
Average GPA
3.17
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
C+
A
B
A-
B-
B+
B
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.17
Reading Proficiency
15%
Math Proficiency
15%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
0:1
Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average ACT
17
Math
16
English
16
Reading
17
Science
17
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
4
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Science
4%
State Average
31%
Math
6%
State Average
44%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
171:1
Student Diversity
Male
58.5%
Female
41.5%
Black
40.5%
Hispanic
40%
White
9%
Two or more races
5%
Native American
4.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University
22 Students
Northern Arizona University
22 Students
Grand Canyon University
21 Students
South Mountain Community College
9 Students
University of Arizona
8 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
7 Students
Mesa Community College
5 Students
Oregon State University
4 Students
GateWay Community College - Phoenix
4 Students
Arizona State University - Downtown Phoenix Campus
4 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
7 Students
Nursing
7 Students
Psychology
5 Students
Engineering
4 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
3 Students
Computer Software Engineering
3 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
2 Students
Forensic Science and Technology
2 Students
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
2 Students
Entrepreneurship
2 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/25/2017
Skyline Prep is a small prep school so there's a lot of one on one help. The teachers give their all to the students they want to make sure every student passes and doesn't feel uncomfortable around other students. The school has a very strong fan base for sports.
GreatSchools Reviews
9/18/2023
The school has a lot of potential. It scores very los on the academic level for some reason. Lasy year we had problens a Bully and the principal was no help. She would not even return emails or phone calls regarding how she planned on keeping the kids safe while at her school. I had a child that was...
4/24/2022
Can't give lower than one star. This school is awful. Your child is going to not be prepared for the real world if they attend this make believe school.
7/13/2019
This school is a joke. It is quite difficult to fail a student without feeling downright bad because the student is behind at least two years from poor education.
6/3/2019
There are better choices. This schools looks great from the outside but is terrible once you get in. I don't think education is a priority here.
Agents Specializing Near This School
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Jeff Shelton
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(623) 304-5567
36 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$400,000 Price
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(480) 573-7790
37 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$1,000,000 Price
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Michael Garren
Crossroads Brokerage
(855) 604-0553
75 Total Sales
3 Near This School
$1.4M - $4.9M Price Range
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(623) 400-6744
33 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$355,000 Price
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Sharon Coffini
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Sonoran Living
(623) 526-8181
102 Total Sales
2 Near This School
$265K - $3.2M Price Range
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Christi Lott
Keller Williams, Professional Partners
(623) 552-4966
49 Total Sales
1 Near This School
$3,990,000 Price
Map
List Price Range
$220K - $1.3M
Homes For Sale
231
Average Home Value
$377,687
Median Lot Size
6,098 Sq Ft
% Renters
39%
Average Household Income
$83,039
% of College Grads
18.6%
Median Age
34
Average House Size
2,032 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
60.1%
Homes for Sale
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Esteban Park
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- Dog Park
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Hermoso Park
- Basketball
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- Pool
Francisco Highland Park
- Basketball
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- Picnic Area
Grayson Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
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Skyline Prep High School is a charter school for students in grades 9-12 located at 7500 N 40TH St in Phoenix, AZ. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 176 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 0:1. Academic records show that 15% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 15% are proficient in reading. Skyline Prep High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.17, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average ACT score is 17. The average home value in this area is $377,687. Discover additional schools in the area, like Phoenix Country Day School, Biltmore Preparatory Academy, Christ Church School, and more. Learn more about what Phoenix has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Skyline Prep High School.