Serving 70 students in grades 9-12, Phoenix Digital Academy 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 5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Phoenix Digital Academy's student population of 70 students has declined by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 459% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
70 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Phoenix Digital Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Phoenix Digital Academy is 0.35, 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
#1755 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
80%
49%
Black
9%
6%
White
7%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
77%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Phoenix Digital Academy's ranking?
Phoenix Digital Academy is ranked #1755 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Phoenix Digital Academy?
The graduation rate of Phoenix Digital Academy is 57%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Phoenix Digital Academy?
70 students attend Phoenix Digital Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Phoenix Digital Academy students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Phoenix Digital Academy?
Phoenix Digital Academy has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Phoenix Digital Academy offer ?
Phoenix Digital Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Phoenix Digital Academy part of?
Phoenix Digital Academy is part of Phoenix Union High School District (4286).
In what neighborhood is Phoenix Digital Academy located?
Phoenix Digital Academy is located in the Maryvale Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 64 other public schools located in Maryvale Village.
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