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AAEC Early College High School - South Mountain Campus

#3 in Niche Standout High Schools in Arizona
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Charter
  • 9-12
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 118 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      B+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      NG
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B+
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    AAEC Early College High School - South Mountain Campus is a highly rated, public, charter school located in Phoenix, AZ. It has 419 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. According to state test scores, 57% of students are at least proficient in math and 42% in reading.
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    Address
    2002 E Baseline Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85042
    Telephone
    (602) 323-9890
    Website
    aaechighschools.com

    AAEC Early College High School - South Mountain Campus Rankings

    Niche ranks nearly 100,000 schools and districts based on statistics and millions of opinions from students and parents.

    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    42%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    57%
    Average Graduation Rate
    90%
    Average SAT
    1130
    28 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    9 responses
    AP Enrollment
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    Living in the Area
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      B-
    Median Household Income
    $52,080
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $954
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $197,800
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.9 responses
    Poll
    67%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.9 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 27 responses
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    • The olympics, Culture Nights
      26%
    • NHS Volunteer Opportunities
      15%
    • Ffa events
      11%
    • Homecoming
      11%
    • School Barbecues
      11%
    • Spirit Week
      11%
    • Student Government Dances/Movie Nights
      11%

    Students

    Diversity
    B+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    419
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    69%
    58%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.12 responses
    67%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.12 responses
    25%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.12 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    11:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    —
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    0%
    61%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.18 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.18 responses
    72%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.18 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Expenses Per Student
    —
    National
    $12,239
    42%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.19 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.19 responses
    47%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.19 responses
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    AAEC Early College High School - South Mountain Campus Reviews

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    Upon entering AAEC as a freshman, I was nervous as none of my friends from elementary were moving to this school; however, I’m eternally grateful to have chosen this school as I’ve met diverse people and created strong relationships with both students and teachers that I never imagined I would. Since AAEC SM is a smaller environment than normal high schools, more opportunities for interaction are made possible and it is easier to meet new friends. A sense of belonging is also a result of spending time at this school which is often quite hard to acquire.
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    I appreciate the opportunity the high school has provided me in kickstarting my college career. Gaining the experience from back then has allowed me to feel more comfortable now that I'm in college full time. I would suggest that the school would be a little bit more linient with students not taking college courses or at least be a bit more clear on steps needed to obtain an Associate degree. College really isn't for everyone, especially when you have to find a way to juggle two educational facilities at once. Not everyone is able to do so, and there should be an optional path students can take to not have to set themselves up for failure when they can't balance the two. Lastly, it should be stated early on that extra steps, such as taking summer classes, has to be done in order to obtain the main thing the school advertised: an Associate degree when you graduate.
    AAEC Early College High School - South Mountain is an awesome high school! Students here get the chance to take college classes while still being in high school. We have an advantage to graduate high school with a Associate Degree. Our school is an agricultural school, so for students that love animals or want a career dealing with animals our school have classes to help them achieve their goal.