Arches Academy
9 May 2023 / by Crystal Brown
About Arches Academy
Arches Academy is a public charter school located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The school was established in 2004 and currently serves over 500 students in grades K-8. Arches Academy provides a rigorous academic program that emphasizes critical thinking, problem solving, and collaboration. The school also offers a range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and art.
At Arches Academy, students are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their talents. The school offers a variety of enrichment opportunities, such as field trips, guest speakers, and after-school clubs. In addition, Arches Academy has a strong focus on character development and community service. The school has partnered with local organizations to provide students with opportunities to volunteer and give back to the community.
Arches Academy is committed to preparing its students for success in high school and beyond. The school offers a variety of college preparatory courses and provides students with the necessary resources and support to pursue their higher education goals. With its strong commitment to academic excellence and character development, Arches Academy is an excellent choice for students looking for a quality education.
Address:
1150 W Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ 85120Phone:
(480) 881-7114
Site:
Grades:
Charter School
Enrollment:
55 students
Overview Arches Academy
Arches Academy serves 55 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Arches Academy placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Verdict on Arches Academy
Arches Academy is ranked within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Arches Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.