Southgate Academy

Southgate Academy

Charter Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
850 W Valencia Rd,  Tucson, AZ
2.5
408 Students

School Details

Head of School
Sylvia Calmelat
Math Proficiency
2%
Reading Proficiency
5%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
64.5%

Niche Grade

C+
College Prep
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Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
5%
Math Proficiency
2%
Teachers
Teachers in First or Second Year
45.5%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Test Scores

Math
5%
State Average
44%
Science
2%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
473:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.9%
Male
49.1%
Hispanic
81.4%
White
7.7%
Native American
7.4%
Black
1.7%
Two or more races
1.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Arizona 7 Students
Pima Community College 7 Students
Arizona State University 3 Students
Northern Arizona University 3 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 2 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 2 Students
California State University - Long Beach 1 Students
Grand Canyon University 1 Students
Arizona Christian University 1 Students
Arizona Culinary Institute 1 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Liberal Arts and Humanities 2 Students
Psychology 1 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 1 Students
Pre-Law Studies 1 Students
Graphic Design 1 Students
Culinary Arts and Food Service 1 Students
Entrepreneurship 1 Students
Psychiatric and Mental Health Services 1 Students
Illustration 1 Students
Medical Assistant 1 Students

This School’s Reviews

GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 23 Reviews
1.0 parent
8/14/2025
Hello, so the special education really just began so I can't give that a high rating as of yet, when it comes to emotional support, it's been shown year after year that it's lacking and like you brush things off. Teaching wise, I don't feel like my kid is learning as much as they could, I also had a...
5.0 parent
8/13/2025
My daughter has been at this school for 2 years now, and we love it! I love how all kids are required to wear uniforms as it makes all kids feel equal. Great school!
5.0 parent
8/13/2025
My child is in Kindergarden. First experience in a school. She's very happy with her teacher and classmates. Shes never been a morning person but I have no problem getting her up when I tell her its time to go to school. Staff is very involved with the kids and seems everyone knows who she is.
1.0 other
7/28/2025
The school does NOTHING for sexual assaults and gun threats. Think real hard before sending your kids to Southgate. Caused my kids trauma.

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Southgate Academy is a charter school for students in grades K-12 located at 850 W Valencia Rd in Tucson, AZ. The school has a total enrollment of 408. Academic records show that 2% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 5% are proficient in reading. Southgate Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.46, and the graduation rate is 64.5%. The average home value in this area is $240,688. Discover additional schools in the area, like Tucson International Academy Midvale, Ombudsman - Charter Valencia, Toltecali High School, and more. Learn more about what Tucson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Southgate Academy.

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