For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,448 students in 85282, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85282, AZ are Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Edoptions Preparatory Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85282, AZ Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tempe Preparatory Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1251 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Grades: 6-12
| 443 students
Rank: #22.
Ward Traditional Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1965 E Hermosa Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 491-8871
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 491-8871
Grades: K-8
| 377 students
Rank: #33.
Edoptions Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
480 N Grand Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-9179
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-9179
Grades: 7-12
| 93 students
Rank: #44.
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2250 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 459-5048
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 459-5048
Grades: 6-8
| 334 students
Rank: #55.
Connolly Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2002 E Concorda Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8933
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8933
Grades: 6-8
| 984 students
Rank: #66.
Pinnacle Online High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Grades: 6-12
| 217 students
Rank: n/an/a
2224 W Southern Avenue Suite 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
85282, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren (Closed 2008)
Charter School
2720 South Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 275-3400
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 275-3400
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
2020 East Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Grades: K-5
| 280 students
D.w. Higgins Institute (Closed 2011)
Charter School
2150 East Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 413-0829
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 413-0829
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
E-institute - Tempe High School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1815 East Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 439-5026
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 439-5026
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
2150 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3365
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3365
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
4525 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
Imagine Tempe (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1538 East Southern Ave., A-g
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 355-1640
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 355-1640
Grades: K-8
| 264 students
Intervention Learning Program (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2228 South Country Club Way
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Leona Advanced Virtual Academy (Closed 2014)
Charter School
5040 South Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Grades: 7-12
| 45 students
2250 South College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Grades: 6-8
| 780 students
2615 South Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Grades: K-5
| 367 students
Montezuma Middle School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
5040 South Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Pinnacle Education Inc. - South Mountain Academy (Closed 2008)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
1251 E. Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
Tempe, AZ 85282
Grades: 7-8
| 150 students
Pinnacle High School - Casa Grande (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4700 South Mcclintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Grades: 9-12
| 173 students
Pinnacle High School - Mesa (Closed 2023)
Charter School
4700 South Mcclintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Grades: 9-12
| 208 students
Tempe Preparatory Junior Academy (Closed 2018)
Charter School
1251 E. Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85282, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85282, AZ include Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Edoptions Preparatory Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85282?
7 public middle schools are located in 85282.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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