Serving 60 students in grades 9-12, Telesis Preparatory 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 60 students
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Telesis Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Telesis Preparatory Academy's student population of 60 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
60 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1991
School Rankings
Telesis Preparatory 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 Telesis Preparatory Academy is 0.45, 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
#400 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
22%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
71%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
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 Telesis Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Telesis Preparatory Academy is ranked #400 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Telesis Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Telesis Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Havasu High School by visitors of our site.
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).
What is the graduation rate of Telesis Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Telesis Preparatory Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Telesis Preparatory Academy?
60 students attend Telesis Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Telesis Preparatory Academy students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Telesis Preparatory Academy offer ?
Telesis Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Telesis Preparatory Academy part of?
Telesis Preparatory Academy is part of Telesis Center For Learning Inc. (79218) School District.
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