Serving 267 students in grades 7-12, Az Compass Prep 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic and 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Az Compass Prep School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Az Compass Prep School's student population of 267 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
267 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Az Compass Prep 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 Az Compass Prep School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1841 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
24%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
31%
49%
Black
26%
6%
White
10%
33%
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.3%
41.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
35%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Az Compass Prep School's ranking?
Az Compass Prep School is ranked #1841 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Az Compass Prep School often compared to?
Az Compass Prep Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona College Prep Middle 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Az Compass Prep School?
The graduation rate of Az Compass Prep School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Az Compass Prep School?
267 students attend Az Compass Prep School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Az Compass Prep School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 24% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Az Compass Prep School?
Az Compass Prep School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Az Compass Prep School offer ?
Az Compass Prep School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Az Compass Prep School part of?
Az Compass Prep School is part of Az Compass Schools Inc. (89869).
In what neighborhood is Az Compass Prep School located?
Az Compass Prep School is located in the Oasis Neighborhood neighborhood of Chandler, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in Oasis Neighborhood.
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