Serving 224 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy ranks in the top 30% 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 42% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: Yes
- Rolling Enrollment: Yes
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy's student population of 224 students has grown by 314% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
Yes
Live Instruction
Yes
Rolling Enrollment
Yes
Flexible Class Schedule
Yes
Accelerated Offerings
Yes
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
Yes
Dedicated College Counselor
Yes
Tutoring/Mentoring
Yes
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Rankings
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy is 0.51, 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
#504 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
21%
48%
Black
4%
6%
White
67%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
77%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Announcements, Reuse Reduce Recycle Club, Spanish Club, Student Council
Arts and Music Programs:
Choir
Recreational Athletic Programs:
JumpRope Club
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Aspire, Deer Valley's Online Academy, a public school in the Deer Valley Aspire, Deer Valley's Online Academy, a public school in the Deer Valley Unified School District, is one of the highest ranked online schools in Arizona. Students in K-12 are offered a hybrid model of learning.
- Aspire provides synchronous (live) instruction for students in grades K-8 and asynchronous (independent) instruction for students in grades 9-12. Aspire provides a guaranteed, viable curriculum.
- Gifted and specialized instruction are available for qualifying students in addition to remediation learning supports for all students as needed. Learning in-person is also a valued part of our school.
- Scholars in all grades are encouraged to come to our site to work with teachers in-person for remediation and/or enrichment. Special area teachers (art, music, PE, and gifted) present engaging opportunities for expanded learning. Aspire offers in-person, virtual, and hybrid clubs and groups. This is another way that students build community and friendships.
- #FromKinderToCollege
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy's ranking?
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy is ranked #504 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy often compared to?
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Chandler Online Academy, The Odyssey Preparatory Academy Goodyear, Arizona Connections Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy?
The graduation rate of Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy?
224 students attend Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy?
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy offer ?
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy part of?
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy is part of Deer Valley Unified District (4246) School District.
In what neighborhood is Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy located?
Aspire Deer Valley's Online Academy is located in the Deer Valley neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 25 other public schools located in Deer Valley.
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