1. Home
  2. Arizona
  3. Phoenix
  4. Pillar Charter School
  5. Pillar Academy Online

Pillar Academy Online

Summary:

Pillar Academy Online is a public charter high school in Phoenix, Arizona that serves 209 students in grades 9-12. The school has a predominantly Hispanic student population (88.89%) and is part of the Pillar Charter School District, which is ranked 76 out of 540 districts in the state.

Pillar Academy Online stands out for its strong academic performance, particularly in English Language Arts and Mathematics. In the 2022-2023 school year, 50% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in both subjects, outpacing the district and state averages. The school's Hispanic and female students have also performed exceptionally well, with the Hispanic student population ranking 21st out of 379 Arizona high schools. However, the school's four-year graduation rate of 42.9% is significantly lower than the state average, and its dropout rate has fluctuated, reaching as high as 17.1% in 2021-2022.

Compared to nearby schools, Pillar Academy Online outperforms Cornerstone Charter School but lags behind Sunnyslope High School. While the school's strong performance among its Hispanic and female students is commendable, the lack of racial diversity and the challenges associated with virtual learning may be contributing to its lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates. Ongoing monitoring and targeted interventions could help address these areas for improvement and ensure that all students at Pillar Academy Online have the opportunity to succeed.


Detail:

NOTE: this school is no longer listed as a functioning school by the National Center for Education Statistics. We continue to list this school on SchoolDigger for historical purposes.

It is possible that this school is still operating under a different district or under a different name. If you believe this to be the case, please search for this school by using the search box above.

Public, Charter, Virtual 9-12

 2400 W Dunlap Ave Ste 150
       Phoenix, AZ  85021-2826

(888) 430-7701

District: Pillar Charter School


Student/teacher ratio:  n/a Help
Number of students:  9

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
88.9%
White:
11.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  33.3% Help


 See top rated Arizona public schools


Performance Trends
Help
Compare Details Pillar Academy Online is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
Help
Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 80.33. (See more...)
Help
The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Pillar Academy Online who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
Help
The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
Help
Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (88.9%), White (11.1%). (See more...)
Help
Compare Details 33.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
Finance
Schooldigger Rankings:

Pillar Academy Online was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.



What do you think?

Your rating for Pillar Academy Online?

Rank History for Pillar Academy Online

Help
Compare

Rank History for all students at Pillar Academy Online

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 72.98 109th 509 78.6%
2023 80.33 76th 469 83.8%
See the entire list of Arizona School Rankings!

Rank History for Female students at Pillar Academy Online

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 86.87 56th 492 88.6%
2022 72.48 84th 456 81.6%
2023 78.41 70th 406 82.8%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Schools for Female Students!

Rank History for Male students at Pillar Academy Online

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 52.29 187th 492 62.0%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Schools for Male Students!

Rank History for Hispanic students at Pillar Academy Online

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 88.79 37th 479 92.3%
2022 91.42 32nd 441 92.7%
2023 89.93 21st 379 94.5%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Schools for Hispanic Students!

Rank History for White students at Pillar Academy Online

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools AZ State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2021 12.42 362nd 448 19.2%
See the entire list of Best Arizona Schools for White Students!

Data source: test scores: Arizona Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

Pillar Academy Online Test Scores
Tests: 
  
Grades: 
  
Years: 
  
Group by: 
District Scores:
State Scores:    
  
Subgroup: 
Help



Data source: Arizona Department of Education

We're sorry, but no reviews have been submitted for Pillar Academy Online.

If you have first-hand knowledge about Pillar Academy Online, submit a rating!


Reviews:
No reviews have been submitted!

Enrollment information for Pillar Academy Online

Help
Compare
Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2012 6 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 12
2013 13 0 0 14 0 0 0 0 27
2014 11 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 20
2015 17 4 0 55 2 0 0 0 78
2016 10 4 1 37 1 0 0 0 53
2017 4 2 1 26 0 0 0 0 33
2018 5 1 0 23 0 0 0 0 29
2019 5 1 0 24 0 0 0 0 30
2020 6 0 0 19 0 0 0 0 25
2021 5 0 0 15 0 0 0 0 20
2022 4 0 0 18 0 0 0 0 22
2023 1 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 9

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Pillar Academy Online

Help
Compare
Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2012 12 n/a n/a n/a
2013 27 n/a n/a n/a
2014 20 n/a n/a 75
2015 78 n/a n/a 10.3
2016 53 n/a n/a 30.2
2017 33 n/a n/a 12.1
2018 29 n/a n/a n/a
2019 30 n/a n/a n/a
2020 25 n/a n/a 76
2021 20 n/a n/a n/a
2022 22 n/a n/a 22.7
2023 9 n/a n/a 33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Pillar Academy Online

Help
Compare
Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2012 12 n/a n/a n/a
2013 27 n/a n/a n/a
2014 20 n/a n/a 75
2015 78 n/a n/a 10.3
2016 53 n/a n/a 30.2
2017 33 n/a n/a 12.1
2018 29 n/a n/a n/a
2019 30 n/a n/a n/a
2020 25 n/a n/a 76
2021 20 n/a n/a n/a
2022 22 n/a n/a 22.7
2023 9 n/a n/a 33.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Pillar Academy Online

Help

YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2019 $6,995
2021 $12,599

Data source: Arizona Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Pillar Academy Online

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students309
 70%
African American10
 100%
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic248
 66.7%
Pacific Islander00
White51
 80%
Two or More Races00

Schools Near Pillar Academy Online








Frequently Asked Questions about Pillar Academy Online

Students at Pillar Academy Online are 89% Hispanic, 11% White.

In the 2022-23 school year, 9 students attended Pillar Academy Online.


Rate Pillar Academy Online!



Other helpful SchoolDigger resources...


Compare to nearby schools

AZArizona School Rankings

AZArizona District Rankings

Schools in Phoenix, AZ

Sign up for updates!

Be the first to know when there is an update for Pillar Academy Online!




SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.




Diagnostics

None retrieved from Database in 630 milliseconds.