Northland Preparatory Academy is a public charter high school and middle school in Flagstaff, Arizona. It aims to provide a college preparatory environment and alternative to public high schools in the area.
Serving 645 students in grades 6-12, Northland Preparatory 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 41% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northland Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northland Preparatory Academy's student population of 645 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1996
Colors
Blue, maroon and black;
School Rankings
Northland 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 Northland Preparatory Academy is 0.46, 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
#452 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
72%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northland Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Northland Preparatory Academy is ranked #452 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Northland Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Northland Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Flagstaff, Flagstaff Arts And Leadership Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northland Preparatory Academy?
The graduation rate of Northland Preparatory Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Northland Preparatory Academy?
645 students attend Northland Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Northland Preparatory Academy students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Northland Preparatory Academy offer ?
Northland Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northland Preparatory Academy part of?
Northland Preparatory Academy is part of Northland Preparatory Academy (4204) School District.
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