Mingus Mountain Academy (Closed 2025)

Po Box 26485
Prescott Valley, AZ 86312
Mingus Mountain Academy is a nonsectarian, all–girls alternative school located in rural Prescott Valley, AZ, serving grades 6 through 12.
Founded in 1985, the school currently enrolls 137 students with a student–teacher ratio of 11:1 supported by 12 teachers.
The student population includes approximately 69% students of color, reflecting diversity within the Prescott Valley area.
As a rural Arizona private school, Mingus Mountain Academy offers education designed for middle and high school girls in grades six to twelve.
Nearby private schools within 15 miles offer varied grade spans and larger enrollments; Mingus Mountain Academy provides a smaller, focused alternative option.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Year Founded
1985

Student Body

Total Students
137 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 39%
Students by Grade
Mingus Mountain Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Mingus Mountain Academy?
The application deadline for Mingus Mountain Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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