Serving 573 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Adams Traditional Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adams Traditional Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Adams Traditional Academy's student population of 573 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
School Rankings
Adams Traditional Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adams Traditional Academy is 0.63, 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
#61 out of 1921 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
49%
3%
Hispanic
8%
48%
Black
3%
6%
White
36%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Adams Traditional Academy's ranking?
Adams Traditional Academy is ranked #61 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Adams Traditional Academy often compared to?
Adams Traditional Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Reid Traditional Schools' Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Adams Traditional Academy?
573 students attend Adams Traditional Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Adams Traditional Academy students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What grades does Adams Traditional Academy offer ?
Adams Traditional Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adams Traditional Academy part of?
Adams Traditional Academy is part of Choice Academies Inc. (90138) School District.
In what neighborhood is Adams Traditional Academy located?
Adams Traditional Academy is located in the Deer Valley Commerce Center Park neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ.
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