Paideia Virtual Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Math Proficiency: <50%
- Reading Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
n/a
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
39%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
What grades does Paideia Virtual Academy offer ?
Paideia Virtual Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Paideia Virtual Academy part of?
Paideia Virtual Academy is part of The Paideia Academies Inc (91250) School District.
In what neighborhood is Paideia Virtual Academy located?
Paideia Virtual Academy is located in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 45 other public schools located in South Mountain Village.
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