Serving 215 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Pine Forest School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pine Forest School's student population of 215 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1995
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pine Forest School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pine Forest School is 0.61, 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
#540 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Hispanic
34%
49%
White
52%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pine Forest School's ranking?
Pine Forest School is ranked #540 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Pine Forest School often compared to?
Pine Forest Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northland Preparatory Academy, Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Pine Forest School?
215 students attend Pine Forest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Pine Forest School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pine Forest School?
Pine Forest School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Pine Forest School offer ?
Pine Forest School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pine Forest School part of?
Pine Forest School is part of Pine Forest Education Association Inc. (4201) School District.
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