For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,237 students in 85281, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85281, AZ are New School For The Arts, Ombudsman - Charter Northeast and Tempe High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85281 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 19% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85281, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85281 have a Graduation Rate of 48%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is New School For The Arts, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85281, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
New School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1216 E Apache Blvd
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 252-5414
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 252-5414
Gr: 9-12 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Ombudsman - Charter Northeast
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1290 N. Scottsdale Road Ste 13
Tempe, AZ 85281
(602) 485-9872
Tempe, AZ 85281
(602) 485-9872
Gr: 9-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #33.
Tempe High School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1730 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 967-1661
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 967-1661
Gr: 9-12 | 1,431 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #44.
Evit - Tempe High School
Vocational School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1730 S Mill Ave
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 461-4000
Tempe, AZ 85281
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Student Choice High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 2% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1833 N Scottsdale Rd
Tempe, AZ 85281
(623) 242-0689
Tempe, AZ 85281
(623) 242-0689
Gr: 9-12 | 1,540 students Student-teacher ratio: 62:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85281, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85281, AZ include New School For The Arts, Ombudsman - Charter Northeast and Tempe High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85281?
5 public high schools are located in 85281.
What is the racial composition of students in 85281?
85281 public high schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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