Arizona College Prep is a junior high and high school in the Chandler Unified School District in Chandler, Arizona, USA.
Serving 2,271 students in grades 7-12, Arizona College Prep High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 88% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 2,271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arizona College Prep High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Arizona College Prep High School's student population of 2,271 students has grown by 170% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 165% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Purple
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Arizona College Prep High School ranks within the top 1% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arizona College Prep High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4 out of 1921 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
36%
3%
Hispanic
14%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
39%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arizona College Prep High School's ranking?
Arizona College Prep High School is ranked #4 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Arizona College Prep High School often compared to?
Arizona College Prep High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Basis Chandler by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
88% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arizona College Prep High School?
The graduation rate of Arizona College Prep High School is 98%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Arizona College Prep High School?
2,271 students attend Arizona College Prep High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Arizona College Prep High School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arizona College Prep High School?
Arizona College Prep High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arizona College Prep High School offer ?
Arizona College Prep High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arizona College Prep High School part of?
Arizona College Prep High School is part of Chandler Unified District #80 (4242).
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