Serving 34 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Mexicayotl Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 34 students
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mexicayotl Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Mexicayotl Academy's student population of 34 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
34 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mexicayotl Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mexicayotl Academy is 0.36, 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
#420 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
79%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
12%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
38%
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 Mexicayotl Academy's ranking?
Mexicayotl Academy is ranked #420 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mexicayotl Academy?
34 students attend Mexicayotl Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mexicayotl Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Mexicayotl Academy offer ?
Mexicayotl Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mexicayotl Academy part of?
Mexicayotl Academy is part of Mexicayotl Academy Inc. (4463) School District.
In what neighborhood is Mexicayotl Academy located?
Mexicayotl Academy is located in the West University neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 3 other public schools located in West University.
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