For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 1,477 students in 85283, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85283, AZ are Rover Elementary School, James Madison Preparatory School and George Gervin Prep Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85283 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85283, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85283, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rover Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1300 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-7122
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-7122
Gr: PK-8 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
James Madison Preparatory School
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5815 S Mcclintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 345-2306
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 345-2306
Gr: 6-12 | 130 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
George Gervin Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2801 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 219-2121
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 219-2121
Gr: K-8 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #44.
Tempe Elementary Online Community
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-6063
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-6063
Gr: K-8
Rank: #55.
Fees College Preparatory Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Watson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-6063
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-6063
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
625 W Cornell Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-6233
Tempe, AZ 85283
(480) 897-6233
Gr: PK-8 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85283, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85283, AZ include Rover Elementary School, James Madison Preparatory School and George Gervin Prep Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85283?
6 public middle schools are located in 85283.
What is the racial composition of students in 85283?
85283 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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