Serving 876 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Asante Preparatory Academy ranks in the top 50% 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 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 876 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Asante Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Asante Preparatory Academy's student population of 876 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
876 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Asante 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 Asante Preparatory Academy is 0.63, 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
#617 out of 1921 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
40%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
46%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch (22-23)
25%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asante Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Asante Preparatory Academy is ranked #617 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Asante Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Asante Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Mirage Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Asante Preparatory Academy?
876 students attend Asante Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Asante Preparatory Academy students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Asante Preparatory Academy?
Asante Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Asante Preparatory Academy offer ?
Asante Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asante Preparatory Academy part of?
Asante Preparatory Academy is part of Dysart Unified District (4243).
In what neighborhood is Asante Preparatory Academy located?
Asante Preparatory Academy is located in the Asante neighborhood of Surprise, AZ.
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