Serving 352 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy's student population of 352 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Calendar
School Rankings
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is 0.08, 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
#1024 out of 1956 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
96%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
1%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
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 Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy's ranking?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is ranked #1024 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy?
352 students attend Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy offer ?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy part of?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is part of Espiritu Community Development Corp. (92250) School District.
In what neighborhood is Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy located?
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy is located in the Espiritu Campus neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Espiritu Campus.
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