Middle Schools in Pensar Academy

Pensar Academy is the sole middle school located in Litchfield Park, Arizona, serving grades 4-8 with a total enrollment of 205 students. While the school has a diverse student population, with a majority Hispanic enrollment, its academic performance and rankings suggest it is not among the top-performing middle schools in the state.

Pensar Academy's proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Mathematics are mixed compared to the state averages, with some grade levels performing above the state average and others below. The school's Science proficiency rates, however, are slightly higher than the state average. Despite these positive academic outcomes in certain areas, Pensar Academy's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, ranging from 291 out of 533 schools in 2023-2024 to 383 out of 832 schools in 2020-2021. Additionally, the school's SchoolDigger rating is 2 out of 5 stars, indicating below-average performance compared to other middle schools in Arizona.

The high percentage of students (97.56%) eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at Pensar Academy suggests that the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may impact the school's resources and ability to support student learning. While the school's diverse student population is a positive aspect, the inconsistent academic outcomes and below-average rankings and ratings indicate that Pensar Academy may not be among the top-performing middle schools in the Litchfield Park area.