Serving 10 students in grades 3-5, Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5)'s student population of 10 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Motto
Quality Education Begins Here
School Rankings
The diversity score of Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) is 0.32, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)20-24%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
17:1
American Indian
80%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
20%
49%
Black
n/a
6%
White
n/a
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% AZ state average).
How many students attend Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5)?
10 students attend Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) students are American Indian, and 20% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5)?
Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) offer ?
Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) part of?
Akimel O'otham Pee Posh (3-5) is part of Akimel O'otham Pee Posh Charter School Inc. (78966) School District.
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