Serving 259 students in grades 5-8, South Valley Prep And Arts School 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower 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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Valley Prep And Arts School's student population of 259 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Motto
The mission of Skyline Prep is to provide each student and family with high quality college and career ready educational programs designed to stimulate life-long learning while developing character through academics, athletics, the arts and leadership.
School Rankings
South Valley Prep And Arts School 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 South Valley Prep And Arts School is 0.62, 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
#1641 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
42%
49%
Black
45%
6%
White
4%
33%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
53%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Valley Prep And Arts School's ranking?
South Valley Prep And Arts School is ranked #1641 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are South Valley Prep And Arts School often compared to?
South Valley Prep And Arts Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kyrene Altadena Middle School, Madison Meadows School, Irene Lopez School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend South Valley Prep And Arts School?
259 students attend South Valley Prep And Arts School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of South Valley Prep And Arts School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Valley Prep And Arts School?
South Valley Prep And Arts School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Valley Prep And Arts School offer ?
South Valley Prep And Arts School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is South Valley Prep And Arts School part of?
South Valley Prep And Arts School is part of South Valley Academy Inc. (90540) School District.
In what neighborhood is South Valley Prep And Arts School located?
South Valley Prep And Arts School is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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