Serving 338 students in grades 6-8, Mckemy Academy Of International Studies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 26% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckemy Academy Of International Studies is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#793 out of 1956 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
41%
48%
Black
6%
6%
White
41%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckemy Academy Of International Studies's ranking?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies is ranked #793 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mckemy Academy Of International Studies often compared to?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Connolly Middle School, James Madison Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mckemy Academy Of International Studies?
338 students attend Mckemy Academy Of International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Mckemy Academy Of International Studies students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckemy Academy Of International Studies?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckemy Academy Of International Studies offer ?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Mckemy Academy Of International Studies part of?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies is part of Tempe School District (4258).
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