Scottsdale Preparatory Academy is a charter school in Scottsdale, Arizona owned by Great Hearts Academies. It serves grades 6 to 12. It moved to a different campus in the 2011–2012 school year, also accommodating the fifth grade portion of GHA's Scottsdale Archway Academy.
Serving 898 students in grades 5-12, Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 41% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep's student population of 898 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
898 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth, Goodness, and Beauty
School Rankings
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep is 0.48, 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
#130 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
Asian
14%
3%
Hispanic
10%
49%
White
70%
33%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
41.2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep's ranking?
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep is ranked #130 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep often compared to?
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prepis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Scottsdale by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep?
The graduation rate of Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep?
898 students attend Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep?
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep offer ?
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep offers enrollment in grades 5-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep part of?
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep is part of Scottsdale Preparatory Academy (89756) School District.
In what neighborhood is Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep located?
Great Hearts Academies - Scottsdale Prep is located in the North Scottsdale neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in North Scottsdale.
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