Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is a high school in Phoenix, Arizona, operated by the Maricopa Community College District. It was formerly known as Teacher Preparation High School. High school students attend college classes on the campus of Phoenix College. Students also have access to the college's facilities.
Serving 261 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix College Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy's student population of 261 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#591 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
87%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
5%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix College Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is ranked #591 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Phoenix College Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona School For The Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Phoenix College Preparatory Academy?
261 students attend Phoenix College Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix College Preparatory Academy?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix College Preparatory Academy offer ?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Phoenix College Preparatory Academy part of?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is part of Mcccd On Behalf Of Phoenix College Preparatory Aca (81174) School District.
In what neighborhood is Phoenix College Preparatory Academy located?
Phoenix College Preparatory Academy is located in the Encanto Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 15 other public schools located in Encanto Village.
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