Combs Online School for Success

Summary:

Combs Online School for Success is a small, alternative public virtual school serving grades K-12 in the J.O. Combs Unified School District in San Tan Valley, Arizona, with a student population of 84 as of the 2022-2023 school year. The school has faced significant challenges, including low graduation rates, high dropout rates, and underperformance on standardized tests compared to state and district averages.

Combs Online School for Success has struggled with a 44.1% four-year graduation rate in 2022-2023, which is significantly lower than the state average of 80%. The school also has high dropout rates, reaching 21.8% in 2022-2023, more than double the state average of 10.1%. On standardized tests, the school underperforms, with only 29% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 40% statewide, and only 17% of 11th-grade students proficient or better in math, compared to 32% statewide. The school's relatively low spending per student of $3,447 in 2021-2022, compared to the state average of $8,239, may be a contributing factor to its underperformance.

When compared to nearby virtual schools, such as American Leadership Academy Virtual and Higley Virtual Academy, Combs Online School for Success performs significantly worse in terms of graduation rates, dropout rates, and test scores. For example, American Leadership Academy Virtual had an 86.2% four-year graduation rate, and Higley Virtual Academy had a 93.9% four-year graduation rate, both much higher than Combs Online School for Success. The school's racial demographics have also shifted, with a decrease in White students and an increase in Hispanic students, which may be an interesting area to explore further in relation to the school's performance and the needs of its student population.

Detail:

Public, Virtual, Alternative K-12

301 E Combs Rd
San Tan Valley, AZ 85140-9164

(480) 987-6300

District: J O Combs Unified School District

Per Pupil Expenditures: $3,447

Student/teacher ratio: 28.0

Number of students: 84

Racial breakdown:

White:

50.0%

Hispanic:

36.9%

African American:

7.1%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Combs Online School for Success is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 32.9. (See more...)

The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Combs Online School for Success who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.

The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (50%), Hispanic (36.9%), African American (7.1%). (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Combs Online School for Success is 28. (See more...)

Compare Combs Online School for Success employs 3 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Combs Online School for Success is $3,447.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Combs Online School for Success was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

J O Combs Unified School District:

SchoolDigger ranks J O Combs Unified School District 216^th of 288 Arizona school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Combs Online School for Success

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Rank History for all students at Combs Online School for Success

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AZ State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	32.90	281^st	469	40.1%

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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Combs Online School for Success

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AZ State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	40.48	190^th	347	45.2%

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Rank History for Female students at Combs Online School for Success

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AZ State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2022	8.95	456^th	456	0.0%
2023	22.77	314^th	406	22.7%

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Rank History for Male students at Combs Online School for Success

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AZ State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	46.78	197^th	429	54.1%

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Rank History for White students at Combs Online School for Success

Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked High Schools	AZ State Percentile	SchoolDigger Rating
2023	18.25	306^th	371	17.5%

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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.

Data source: Arizona Department of Education

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Enrollment information for Combs Online School for Success

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Two or More Races	Total
2021	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
2022	63	9	0	80	5	7	164
2023	42	6	1	31	1	3	84

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 Combs Online School for Success

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2022	164	4.0	41.0	n/a
2023	84	3.0	28.0	n/a

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 Combs Online School for Success

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
2021	0	n/a	n/a	n/a
2022	164	4.0	41.0	n/a
2023	84	3.0	28.0	n/a

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 Combs Online School for Success

Year	Expenditures from Federal Funds	Expenditures from State and Local Funds	Total Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2021	n/a	$511,010 (100.0%)	$511,010
2022	$2,612 (75.8%)	$2,141 (62.1%)	$3,447

Data source: Arizona Department of Education

Schools Near Combs Online School for Success

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking ()				Ranking ()				AASA English Language Arts (2024)							AASA Mathematics (2024)							Per Pupil Expenditures (2022)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	SchoolDigger Rating ()	Average Standard Score ()	Statewide Rank ()	State Percentile ()	Rank Change from Previous Year	AASA English Language Arts 3rd Grade	AASA English Language Arts 4th Grade	AASA English Language Arts 5th Grade	AASA English Language Arts 6th Grade	AASA English Language Arts 7th Grade	AASA English Language Arts 8th Grade	AASA English Language Arts 11th Grade	AASA Mathematics 3rd Grade	AASA Mathematics 4th Grade	AASA Mathematics 5th Grade	AASA Mathematics 6th Grade	AASA Mathematics 7th Grade	AASA Mathematics 8th Grade	AASA Mathematics 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures: Total	Personnel Spending from Federal Funds	Non-Personnel Spending from Federal Funds	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Personnel Spending from State and Local Funds	Non-Personnel from State and Local Funds	Sub-total Spending from State and Local Funds
Combs Online School for Success	Public, Virtual, Alternative	K-12	301 E Combs Rd	San Tan Valley	85140	Pinal County	J O Combs Unified School District	No	(n/a)	Yes	No	(480) 987-6300	84	3	28.0		42 (50.0%)	6 (7.1%)	31 (36.9%)	1 (1.2%)	1 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (3.6%)								(n/a)															$3,447	$1,306		$2,612	$2,131	$10	$2,141
American Leadership Academy Ironwood K12	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	463 W. Combs Rd	San Tan Valley	85141	Pinal County	American Leadership Academy Inc.	Yes	(n/a)	No	Yes	(480) 420-2101	2,230			26.0%	1,213 (54.4%)	79 (3.5%)	743 (33.3%)	52 (2.3%)	12 (0.5%)	15 (0.7%)	116 (5.2%)								(n/a)	34.0	42.0	43.0	51.0	42.0	34.0	48.0	48.0	42.0	45.0	33.0	27.0	24.0	37.0	$6,706	$404	$1,422	$2,231	$4,028	$852	$4,879
Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-9	41800 N Barnes Pkwy	Queen Creek	85140	Pinal County	Legacy Traditional School - Queen Creek	Yes	(n/a)	No	No	(480) 655-5553	1,119			20.9%	697 (62.3%)	33 (2.9%)	301 (26.9%)	20 (1.8%)	10 (0.9%)	2 (0.2%)	56 (5.0%)								(n/a)	61.0	60.0	35.0	64.0	62.0	49.0		51.0	39.0	27.0	28.0	41.0	41.0			$00			$00
Eduprize Online Instruction	Public, Virtual, Charter, Alternative	K-12	4567 W Roberts Rd	Queen Creek	85142	Maricopa County	Eduprize Schools LLC	Yes	(n/a)	Yes	No	(480) 813-9537	47				26 (55.3%)	1 (2.1%)	16 (34.0%)	1 (2.1%)	1 (2.1%)	1 (2.1%)	1 (2.1%)								(n/a)															$4,992	$4,559	$433	$9,550	$00
Queen Creek Virtual Academy	Public, Virtual, Alternative	K-12	20217 E Chandler Heights Rd	Queen Creek	85142	Maricopa County	Queen Creek Unified District	No	(n/a)	Yes	No	(480) 987-5935	257				160 (62.3%)	9 (3.5%)	63 (24.5%)	7 (2.7%)	3 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (5.8%)								(n/a)						48.0	22.0							15.0	$2,879	$00			$1,839	$1,040	$2,879
American Leadership Academy Queen Creek K-12	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	23908 S Hawes Rd	Queen Creek	85142	Maricopa County	American Leadership Academy Inc.	Yes	(n/a)	No	No	(480) 420-2150	2,371				1,763 (74.4%)	45 (1.9%)	437 (18.4%)	15 (0.6%)	20 (0.8%)	4 (0.2%)	87 (3.7%)								(n/a)	56.0	72.0	47.0	65.0	47.0	40.0	54.0	64.0	62.0	43.0	74.0	36.0	31.0	47.0	$5,943	$169	$188	$525	$4,110	$1,477	$5,587
Heritage Academy Gateway	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	19630 E.Germann Road	Queen Creek	85242	Pinal County	Heritage Academy Gateway Inc.	Yes	(n/a)	No	No	(480) 461-4400	1,370				1,151 (84.0%)	10 (0.7%)	139 (10.1%)	11 (0.8%)	2 (0.1%)	7 (0.5%)	50 (3.6%)								(n/a)	66.0	67.0	74.0	64.0	71.0	67.0	80.0	79.0	63.0	76.0	54.0	53.0	70.0	63.0		$00			$00
American Leadership Academy of Applied Technologies	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	7729 E. Pecos Road	Mesa	85212	Maricopa County	American Leadership Academy Inc.	Yes	(n/a)	No	(n/a)	(480) 420-2101	275				176 (64.0%)	10 (3.6%)	67 (24.4%)	5 (1.8%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.4%)	16 (5.8%)								(n/a)					43.0	32.0	37.0					21.0		40.0
BASIS Mesa	Public, Charter, Alternative	K-12	5010 S Eastmark Pkwy	Mesa	85212	Maricopa County	BASIS Charter Schools Inc.	Yes	(n/a)	No	No	(602) 239-4807	840				314 (37.4%)	49 (5.8%)	151 (18.0%)	260 (31.0%)	4 (0.5%)	0 (0.0%)	62 (7.4%)								(n/a)	82.0	75.0	56.0	74.0	91.0	88.0		69.0	58.0	39.0	76.0	72.0	92.0		$8,723	$203	$99	$505	$6,242	$2,179	$8,420
Higley Virtual Academy	Public, Virtual, Alternative	K-12	2935 S Recker Rd	Gilbert	85295	Maricopa County	Higley Unified School District	No	(n/a)	Yes	No	(480) 279-7000	124	5	25.3	16.9%	80 (64.5%)	4 (3.2%)	25 (20.2%)	7 (5.6%)	2 (1.6%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (4.8%)								(n/a)							43.0							38.0		$00			$00

Frequently Asked Questions about Combs Online School for Success

How many students attend Combs Online School for Success?

In the 2022-23 school year, 84 students attended Combs Online School for Success.

What district is Combs Online School for Success in?

J O Combs Unified School District

What is the racial makeup of Combs Online School for Success?

Students at Combs Online School for Success are 50% White, 37% Hispanic, 7% African American, 4% Two or more races, 1% Asian, 1% American Indian.

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