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Best 85282 Arizona 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 7,050 students in 85282, AZ (there are , serving 3,420 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 85282, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85282, AZ are Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Arizona Language Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85282, AZ 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tempe Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1251 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Gr: 6-12 | 440 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Ward Traditional Academy
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1965 E Hermosa Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 491-8871
Gr: K-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Arizona Language Schools
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2222 S Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 334-9608
Gr: K-5 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Pinnacle Charter High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2055 N Grand Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-5109
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students
Rank: #55.
Broadmor Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
311 E Aepli Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-6599
Gr: K-5 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Pinnacle High School - Tempe
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 2
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 414-0950
Gr: 9-12 | 28 students
Rank: #77.
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2250 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 459-5048
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Mcclintock High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1830 E Del Rio Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-4222
Gr: 9-12 | 1,757 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Meyer Montessori
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2615 S Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 584-6339
Gr: PK-6 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #1010.
Valley Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2150 Southern Avenue Ste 713
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3383
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #1111.
Evit - Mcclintock High School
Vocational School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1830 E Del Rio Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #1212.
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1325 E Malibu Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-6608
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #1313.
Arredondo Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1330 E Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-2744
Gr: PK-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1414.
Edoptions Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
480 N Grand Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-9179
Gr: 7-12 | 93 students
Rank: #1515.
Curry Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1974 E Meadow Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8336
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1616.
Connolly Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2002 E Concorda Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8933
Gr: 6-8 | 915 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1717.
Carminati School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4001 S Mcallister Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 784-4484
Gr: PK-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1818.
International Commerce High School - Tempe
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1105 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 310 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1919.
Pinnacle Online High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 6-12 | 229 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
International Commerce High School Mcg
Charter School
1855 S Country Club Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Charter School
Charter School
2224 W Southern Avenue Suite 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: K-12
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85282, Arizona 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren (Closed 2008)
Charter School
2720 South Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 275-3400
Gr: K-8
Bustoz School (Closed 2012)
2020 East Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: K-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
D.w. Higgins Institute (Closed 2011)
2150 East Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 413-0829
Gr: K-8
E-institute - Tempe High School (Closed 2013)
1815 East Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 439-5026
Gr: 9-12
EdOptions AOI (Closed 2023)
2150 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3365
Gr: K-12
Evans Elementary School (Closed 2010)
4525 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: K-9
Imagine Tempe (Closed 2023)
1538 East Southern Ave., A-g
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 355-1640
Gr: K-8 | 264 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Intervention Learning Program (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2228 South Country Club Way
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Leona Advanced Virtual Academy (Closed 2014)
5040 South Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Gr: 7-12 | 45 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Mckemy Middle School (Closed 2012)
2250 South College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Meyer Elementary School (Closed 2012)
2615 South Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Montezuma Middle School (Closed 2012)
5040 South Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Gr: 7-12
Pinnacle Education Inc. - South Mountain Academy (Closed 2008)
1251 E. Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
Gr: 7-8 | 150 students Minority enrollment: 12%
Pinnacle High School - Casa Grande (Closed 2023)
4700 South Mcclintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 9-12 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Pinnacle High School - Mesa (Closed 2023)
4700 South Mcclintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Tempe Preparatory Junior Academy (Closed 2018)
1251 E. Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Gr: 5-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 85282, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85282, AZ include Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Arizona Language Schools.
How many public schools are located in 85282?
21 public schools are located in 85282.
What percentage of students in 85282 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 85282 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).

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