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Academy of Building Industries

Charter | 9-12 | 88 students

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4 stars

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Posted November 7, 2012

this is a great school. although they need to check the school and busees because there is a smell that is not right.


Posted September 27, 2012

This is the best school I have attended in my life! All the teachers help you and make sure you know all the material before moving on. The principal and teachers are super nice and easy to get along with. I would recommend this school to anyone who wanted a personalized learning plan.
—Submitted by a student


Posted November 23, 2010

Wow I thought this school would be great for my child but that wasn't the case. My child was treated unfairly and when very sick with the flu was threatened with expulsion upon failing to attend. The transportation for the school was also very poor, some students heaving to ride in a white van due to lack of bus transportation. Further more upon reading the schools rules and regulations hand book I was required to sign a "Bus rules and regulations form" witch was never provided. I really do not recommend this school until they get the kinks worked out.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 21, 2010

I am currentley going to aobi and it is such a fair school and the teachers are very cool and i love it there people are friendley and i feel so safe there and i think every thing there is soo good and all i can say is thanks aobi u rock jean and tisha and tye and shannon i love this school Thank you AOBI
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 14, 2008

Wow, I never thought I would find a school for my daughter that she would feel safe in. The principal goes out of her way to make sure all the kids feel welcome and comfortable. I love the zero tolerance for drugs and violence! What a welcome relief! Here is a great example of a principal taking the school back from the thugs and dealers! Then on the other hand, they don't sweat the small stuff! Thank you, Thank you AOBI!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 13, 2008

Academy of Building Industries has brought more than I could ever imagine into my life. The teachers treat you with respect and understanding, rather than the usual form of impatience and scoff. In short, this school is one of the best I've ever gone to and, really, it gives more to a student than many you'll find today.
—Submitted by a student


Posted April 29, 2008

I am very proud to be part of the team of dedicated professionals who teach, guide and mentor our 'hands-on' kids. These students along with their parents, chose the Academy because of it's hands-on environment, self paced curriculum, and focus on vocational training in various building trades. It is a much stricter environment in serious aspects, and much more flexable in less serious aspects than district school environment. So if you are looking for a non-traditional educational experience, in a loving and supportive environment, with 0 tolerence for violence and drugs, then AOBI is your school!
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted January 25, 2008

a great school where kids can learn at their own pace
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 16, 2007

My child attended this school for a year. It was by far the worst school I have ever seen. He did not get the proper education and the principal was very rude. I am surprised the school is still open since there are so many 'unfair' things that happen at this school. They should be reported !
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 25, 2007

My son loves the environment at the Academy. He is able to feel safe, secure, and still learn. It is a possitive environment and my son is loving learning about heating and air conditioning.
—Submitted by Peggy Hall, a parent


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 60% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
17%

2011

 
 
42%

2010

 
 
32%

2009

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
44%

2009

 
 
72%
Science

The state average for Science was 42% in 2012.

25 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
16%

2011

 
 
12%

2010

 
 
55%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 70% in 2012.

24 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
25%

2011

 
 
33%

2010

 
 
52%

2009

 
 
57%
Scale: % meets or exceeds

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Arizona used the Arizona Instrument to Measure Standards (AIMS) to test students in reading and mathematics in grades 3 through 8 and 10, writing in grades 5, 6, 7, and 10, and in science in grades 4, 8 and 10. AIMS is a standards-based test, which means that it measures how well students have mastered Arizona learning standards. Students must pass the grade 10 AIMS in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to meet or exceed state standards on the test.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

  • In 2010-2011, this school was designated "Performing".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was designated "Performing".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was designated "Performing".

About the tests


Arizona uses AZ LEARNS Achievement Profiles to indicate schools' overall performance each year. For elementary and middle schools, the profiles are based on current and historical aggregated AIMS results, MAP results and whether or not the school made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). For high schools, AIMS results, AYP status and graduation/dropout rates are used. Schools are identified as Excelling, Highly Performing, Performing Plus, Performing, Underperforming, Failing to Meet Academic Standards or Pending.

See Arizona's state standards

Source: Arizona Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 93% 45%
Unspecified 7% N/A
American Indian or Alaska Native N/A 6%
Asian N/A 3%
Black N/A 6%
Hispanic N/A 41%
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
English language learners 0%N/A14%
Source: AZ Dept. of Education, 2007-2008

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1547 E. Lippan Blvd.
Fort Mohave, AZ 86426
Phone: (928) 788-2601

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