Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep
- Private, Muslim, Montessori
- PHOENIX, AZ
Islamic School
Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Private, Muslim, Montessori
- PK, K-12
- PHOENIX, AZ
- Rating 3.98 out of 5 46 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A
- Teachersgrade B
- College Prepgrade A+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C+
- Sportsgrade C+
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About
Tuition
Yearly Tuition
$11,750
Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Received Financial Aid
90%
Average Financial Aid
$7,025
Arizona Cultural Academy & College Prep Rankings
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Academics
Average Graduation Rate
100%
Average SAT
1230
17 responses
Average ACT
30
5 responses
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Culture & Safety
Poll
71%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 7 responsesPoll
71%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 7 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
366
63%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 8 responses63%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 8 responses50%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 8 responsesPreschool
Annual Cost
$10,400
Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
Starting Age
2 years
Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
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Schedule Options
- Offers Full WeekYes
- Offers Part WeekNo data available
- Offers Full DayYes
- Offers Part DayNo data available
Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National
17:1Poll
70%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 10 responsesPoll
70%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 10 responsesPoll
60%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 10 responsesMap
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Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
60%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 5 responses60%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 5 responses60%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 5 responses- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade B
- Housinggrade C+
Median Household Income
$61,688
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,191
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$207,924
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Rating 3.98 out of 5 46 reviews
ACA is a constantly improving and expanding school. There are pros and cons to its education, but overall, I believe it was best that I went here.
Islamic education is vitally important. The Quran classes have especially improved from before, with middle and high school being taught based on skill level rather than grade. Arabic could use improvements for non-Arab speakers, along with more programs, but it is improving. Islamic Studies really depends, and a lot of the benefits come from whether the student pays attention or not, in my opinion.
The other basic subjects, like Math and English, are just ordinary. Better than public schools, but perhaps lacking compared to other preparatory schools. Clubs and bonus hours are not too great, but considering the size of the school, I feel like that's acceptable.
The environment depends on your stance. Personally, I did not hate or like it. I can't comment.
Islamic education is vitally important. The Quran classes have especially improved from before, with middle and high school being taught based on skill level rather than grade. Arabic could use improvements for non-Arab speakers, along with more programs, but it is improving. Islamic Studies really depends, and a lot of the benefits come from whether the student pays attention or not, in my opinion.
The other basic subjects, like Math and English, are just ordinary. Better than public schools, but perhaps lacking compared to other preparatory schools. Clubs and bonus hours are not too great, but considering the size of the school, I feel like that's acceptable.
The environment depends on your stance. Personally, I did not hate or like it. I can't comment.
What I loved about this school is the fact that students have the privilege of learning Islamic studies, Quranic Studies, and the arabic language. All are vital in order to understand our religion of Islam. I have been surrounded by others who are on the same page as me my entire life, and it has helped me find my identity, and goals. I never would have had the morals and modesty I do at this point if I had listened to past classmates and attended any other public school. I have grown to appreciate my school, as well as parents for putting me here in the first place. I know so much more about my religion compared to my other Muslim friends who don't attend ACA with me, and for that I am forever grateful. On top of that, they do well with our academic studies, facilities, admin, and environment. The memories created there will stick with me forever, and although I am sad to leave the place for college, I can use the tools I learned to create a place of happiness wherever I go.
My children have been attending ACA for 7 years and I have seen wonderful growth in the school. They are constantly striving to set high expectations in academics, religious studies and excellence. Middle school and high school students, both boys and girls are now participating in competitive sports teams offered through ACA. My children are happy to be part of the ACA community.