For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 4,877 students in 85282, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85282, AZ are Ward Traditional Academy, Tempe Preparatory Academy and The French American Of Arizona. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85282, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ward Traditional Academy
(Math: 54% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1965 E Hermosa Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 491-8871
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 491-8871
Grades: K-8
| 386 students
Rank: #22.
Tempe Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1251 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Grades: 6-12
| 447 students
Rank: #33.
The French American Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2222 S Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 334-9608
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 334-9608
Grades: K-5
| 53 students
Rank: #44.
Broadmor Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
311 E Aepli Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-6599
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-6599
Grades: K-5
| 584 students
Rank: #55.
Mckemy Of International Studies
(Math: 24% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2250 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 459-5048
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 459-5048
Grades: 6-8
| 316 students
Rank: #66.
Meyer Montessori
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2615 S Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 584-6339
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 584-6339
Grades: PK-6
| 166 students
Rank: #77.
Hudson Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1325 E Malibu Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-6608
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-6608
Grades: K-5
| 393 students
Rank: #88.
Connolly Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
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
| 1,019 students
Rank: #99.
Arredondo Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1330 E Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-2744
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-2744
Grades: PK-5
| 420 students
Rank: #1010.
Curry Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1974 E Meadow Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8336
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8336
Grades: K-5
| 498 students
Rank: #1111.
Carminati School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4001 S Mcallister Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 784-4484
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 784-4484
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Rank: #1212.
Pinnacle Online High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Grades: 6-12
| 209 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 2021)
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
2224 W Southern Avenue Suite 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-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 2021)
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 2021)
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 elementary schools in 85282, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85282, AZ include Ward Traditional Academy, Tempe Preparatory Academy and The French American Of Arizona.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85282, AZ?
12 public elementary schools are located in 85282, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282, AZ?
85282, AZ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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