Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence's student population of 18 students has declined by 95% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (22-23)
2 teachers
School Rankings
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#481 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
28%
48%
Black
n/a
6%
White
67%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
77%
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 is Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence's ranking?
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence is ranked #481 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence?
The graduation rate of Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence is 50%, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence?
18 students attend Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence offer ?
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence part of?
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence is part of Cave Creek Unified District (4244) School District.
In what neighborhood is Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence located?
Cave Creek Academy Of Excellence is located in the Pinnacle Peak neighborhood of Cave Creek, AZ. There are 2 other public schools located in Pinnacle Peak.
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