Best 85287 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 4,196 students in 85287, AZ.
Public high schools in zipcode 85287 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85287, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85287 have a Graduation Rate of 68%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85287, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Asu Preparatory Academy Digital
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1130 E University Dr Ste 230
Tempe, AZ 85287
(844) 692-3372
Gr: K-12 | 3,850 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
4445 S 12th St
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 842-1722
Gr: 7-12 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
5610 S. Central Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 551-6594
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85287, AZ?
How many public high schools are located in 85287?
3 public high schools are located in 85287.
What is the racial composition of students in 85287?
85287 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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