Mesa Arts Academy

About Mesa Arts Academy

Mesa Arts Academy is a tuition-free public charter school located in Mesa, Arizona. The school is focused on providing a rigorous educational experience in the performing, visual, and digital arts. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes core academic classes, as well as a wide range of courses in the arts. The school also has a strong focus on community service and leadership.
At Mesa Arts Academy, students have the opportunity to explore their creative talents and develop their skills in a safe and supportive environment. The school has a variety of clubs and activities that allow students to express themselves through the arts. The school also has a strong emphasis on collaboration and teamwork, helping students to learn how to work together and build relationships.
Mesa Arts Academy is dedicated to providing students with an excellent education in the arts. The school has a talented and experienced faculty and staff, and the school is committed to helping students reach their full potential. With a strong emphasis on the arts and collaboration, Mesa Arts Academy is a great place for students to explore their creativity and develop their skills.

Address:	221 W 6th Ave Mesa, AZ 85210
Phone:	(480) 844-3965
Site:	clubzona.org
Grades:	Charter School
Enrollment:	228 students

Overview Mesa Arts Academy

Mesa Arts Academy serves 228 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
Mesa Arts 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 6-9% (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 20-24% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Mesa Arts Academy

Mesa Arts 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 Mesa Arts 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.