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Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)

Arizona · Public School District
6
Schools
5,818
Students
$10,426
Per-Pupil Spend
-27% nat'l
61.5%
Free Lunch Rate
+9pp vs nat'l
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Graduation Rate
District Overview

Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) is a public school district in Arizona serving 5,818 students across 6 schools. It includes 6 elementary school, among them 6 charter schools. Per-pupil spending of $10,426 is below the national average for a US public school district. 62% of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, reflecting significant economic need in the community. Opportunity scores across its schools are limited, with a district median of 35/100.

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All Schools (6)
District Finances
Per-Pupil Expenditure$10,426-27% nat'l avg
National avg $14,347
Revenue Sources
72%
State
71.8%
Local (property tax)
1.1%
Federal
27.1%

State funding accounts for 72% of the budget — this district relies more on state aid than local tax revenue.

Source: NCES F-33 School District Finance Survey. District-level data.
District Snapshot
6
Schools
5,818
Students
62%
Free Lunch
$10K
Per-Pupil
Graduation Rate—
Opportunity Score35/100
StateArizona →
School Rankings
Strengths & Considerations
Below-average per-pupil spending
At $10,426, spending is 27% below the national average — which can limit staffing and resources.
Heavy reliance on federal aid
27% of revenue comes from federal sources. High federal reliance typically signals a limited local tax base or high concentration of low-income families.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)?
Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) has 6 public schools, serving a total of 5,818 students.
How much does Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) spend per student?
Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) spends $10,426 per pupil — 27% below the national average of $14,347.
What percentage of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch in Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)?
62% of students in Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, compared to the national rate of 52.2%.
Are there charter schools in Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)?
Yes — 6 of the 6 schools in Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) are charter schools.
What grade levels does Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) serve?
Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) serves grades KG through 8, covering elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the opportunity score for Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878)?
The median opportunity score across schools in Academy of Mathematics and Science South Inc. (90878) is 35/100. The national median is 50/100. Opportunity scores reflect long-term economic mobility prospects for children who grow up in these communities.
About This Data

All figures on this page come directly from US federal open datasets — NCES Common Core of Data, EDFacts, and the Opportunity Atlas — and we work hard to keep them accurate and up to date. That said, federal data is published on an annual cycle, so some figures may not yet reflect the very latest school-year changes or local updates. We recommend using this page as a helpful starting point and cross-checking with the school or district directly, or visiting the NCES Common Core of Data and ed.gov for the most authoritative figures before making any important decisions.