Terra Nova Academy in Phoenix, AZ serves 24 students from Kindergarten through 8th grade with a student–teacher ratio reported as 0:1, and 88% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating a high level of socioeconomic need.
Math proficiency at Terra Nova Academy is 29%, which is lower than the state average of 34%; math scores have shown a general decline from 65% in 2012 to below 30% in recent years.
Reading proficiency at the school is 39%, approximately equal to the state average of 40%, but has declined from highs of 88% between 2011 and 2014.
Science proficiency is 50%, higher than the state average of 24%, based on the most recent data from 2022.
Enrollment has remained stable at 24 students over recent years, with minority enrollment comprising 13% Hispanic and 87% White (non–Hispanic) students, showing no significant demographic change.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
24 students
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
13%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
87%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (02-03)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Terra Nova Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Terra Nova Academy?
24 students attend Terra Nova Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Terra Nova Academy students are White, and 13% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Terra Nova Academy offer ?
Terra Nova Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Terra Nova Academy part of?
Terra Nova Academy is part of Terra Nova Academy School District.
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