Serving 577 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Academy Of Mathematics And Science South ranks in the bottom 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 35% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South's student population of 577 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South 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 Academy Of Mathematics And Science South is 0.22, 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
#972 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
88%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Mathematics And Science South's ranking?
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South is ranked #972 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Academy Of Mathematics And Science South often compared to?
Academy Of Mathematics And Science Southis often viewed alongside schools like Arizona Virtual Academy, Abraham Lincoln Traditional School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Mathematics And Science South?
577 students attend Academy Of Mathematics And Science South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Academy Of Mathematics And Science South students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Academy Of Mathematics And Science South offer ?
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy Of Mathematics And Science South part of?
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South is part of Academy Of Mathematics And Science South Inc. (90878) School District.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Mathematics And Science South located?
Academy Of Mathematics And Science South is located in the Doolen Fruitvale neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Doolen Fruitvale.
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