For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 1,874 students in 85283, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85283, AZ are Tapbi, James Madison Preparatory School and Marcos De Niza High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85283 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85283, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85283 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is James Madison Preparatory School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85283, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tapbi
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 W Guadalupe Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 839-0292
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 839-0292
Grades: 9-12
| 199 students
Rank: #22.
James Madison Preparatory School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5815 S Mcclintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 345-2306
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 345-2306
Grades: 6-12
| 156 students
Rank: #33.
Marcos De Niza High School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6000 S Lakeshore Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 838-3200
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 838-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 1,519 students
Rank: #44.
Evit - Marcos De Niza High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6000 S Lakeshore Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 461-4000
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Compadre High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Guadalupe Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 752-3560
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 752-3560
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Evit - Compadre High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
500 W Guadalupe Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 461-4000
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
85283, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Asu Preparatory Academy - Tempe (Closed 2023)
Charter School
500 W Guadalupe Rd
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 752-3560
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 752-3560
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
7541 South Willow Drive
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 233-3622
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 233-3622
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Guadalupe Regional High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
9225 S Avenida Del Yaqui
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 820-3757
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 820-3757
Grades: 9-12
| 46 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 85283, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85283, AZ include Tapbi, James Madison Preparatory School and Marcos De Niza High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85283?
6 public high schools are located in 85283.
What is the racial composition of students in 85283?
85283 public high schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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