Scottsdale Preparatory Academy

Scottsdale Preparatory Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade 5-12
16537 N 92nd St,  Scottsdale, AZ
4.0
3.7
851 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1340
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
65%
Reading Proficiency
69%
Average GPA
3.54
Graduation Rate
99%

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A+
Teachers
A
College Prep
A
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
A+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.54
Reading Proficiency
69%
Math Proficiency
65%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
65
Full Time Teachers
62
Part Time Teachers
3
Teachers in First or Second Year
13.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1340
Math
670
Verbal
670
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
30
Reading
30
Science
29
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
98%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
17%
State Average
44%
Science
7%
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
433:1

Student Diversity

Female
51.9%
Male
48.1%
White
68.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
15.5%
Hispanic
10.7%
Two or more races
4.8%
Black
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#2 Best Public HS Teachers in Arizona
#3 Best Public MS Teachers in Arizona
#9 Best Charter MS in Arizona
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 163 Students
University of Arizona 97 Students
Northern Arizona University 50 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 45 Students
Grand Canyon University 34 Students
Baylor University 31 Students
University of Southern California 23 Students
University of San Diego 23 Students
University of California - San Diego 22 Students
Rice University 22 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 44 Students
Biology 43 Students
Psychology 28 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 26 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
Political Science and Government 20 Students
Mechanical Engineering 13 Students
Nursing 12 Students
Engineering 12 Students
Aerospace Engineering 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 56 Reviews
4.0 Sophomore
5/22/2020
The school focuses on preparing it's students for an easier college experience. The clubs and sports are focused more on individuals that stand out. Teachers go put of their way to find students and make sure that they understand all of the material. All in all the school is exceeds for academics.
5.0 Junior
3/31/2020
Scottsdale Prep has truly taught me to challenge myself both academically and as a person. The education you receive at Scottsdale Prep is alike no other and it has truly taught me to enjoy learning. The study habits that you pick up from the curriculum truly prepare you for college and for life.
4.0 Alum
10/16/2019
Scottsdale prep provided me a difficult yet rewarding learning space in which I was able to create lots of life long friends. Although the stress levels were high, especially through my senior year, it has made college so far feel like a breeze.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.7 35 Reviews
5.0 parent
9/15/2024
Fairly new to SPA but couldn't be more proud to send my two eldest there. Although an adjustment from our previous private school, I love the involvement of the teachers and smaller class sizes. Parent community has been wonderful and inviting and love the overall feel of the school. No, there aren'...
1.0 student
1/18/2024
The teachers don’t care or the administrators
2.0 teacher
7/12/2023
I was a Teacher here. The students were wonderful and seemed like they really wanted to be there. Most of the faculty were amazing people, that were kind, gracious, and had a passion for teaching. The Administration this year however, drove so many teachers and parents/ students out the door. They h...
5.0 parent
6/24/2023
Scottsdale prep provides graduates a strong academic background coupled with exposure to arts, music and other extra-curricular activities. Our experience is that graduates will find entry level college classes less challenging given the strength of SPA academics. Teachers, while not perfect, exhibi...

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Scottsdale Preparatory Academy is a charter school for students in grades 5-12 located at 16537 N 92nd St in Scottsdale, AZ. The school has a total enrollment of 851 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 65% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 69% are proficient in reading. Scottsdale Preparatory Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.54, the graduation rate is 99%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1340 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $775,606. Discover additional schools in the area, like Notre Dame Preparatory High School, Cheyenne Traditional Elementary School, Desert Canyon Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Scottsdale has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Scottsdale Preparatory Academy.

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