Serving 477 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Southgate Academy 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 4% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southgate Academy's student population of 477 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
School Motto
Win their heart and they will respect and trust your leadership.
School Rankings
Southgate Academy 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 Southgate Academy is 0.32, 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
#1919 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
6%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
82%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
7%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
30%
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 Southgate Academy's ranking?
Southgate Academy is ranked #1919 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Southgate Academy often compared to?
Southgate Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Math And Science Success Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southgate Academy?
The graduation rate of Southgate Academy is 60-69%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Southgate Academy?
477 students attend Southgate Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Southgate Academy students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Southgate Academy offer ?
Southgate Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southgate Academy part of?
Southgate Academy is part of Southgate Academy Inc. (79085) School District.
In what neighborhood is Southgate Academy located?
Southgate Academy is located in the Sunnyside neighborhood of Tucson, AZ. There are 9 other public schools located in Sunnyside.
School Reviews
5 8/20/2019
My son started school at September as a forth grade, he catch up fast ,all staff are really friendly and helpful.
5 6/30/2018
The school renovations look beautiful! There are teachers there who genuinely care for your child and their education and go the extra mile for your kids. As of the now the teachers are currently taking extra time out of their summers to work with DOE specialists on learning new teaching techniques. The receptionists are very friendly too.
5 11/7/2013
I just started as the 4th grade math/science teacher.
I will say the students are a handful and there are no major materials in my classroom. But I can look past that. I am there for the kids. I am thankful I have finally achieved my dream of becoming a 4th grade teacher. I will pour my heart into these kids and use my own money to make my classroom my own. I LOVE IT THERE!
2 11/17/2008
This is a ridiculous excuse for a school. It is a dangerous place where education takes a backseat to drugs and violence. There are no resources for the students to learn.
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