Serving 398 students in grades 5-8, Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 28% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 39%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School's student population of 398 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,854 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1201 out of 1854 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
75%
47%
Black
12%
6%
White
7%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
29%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
9%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School is ranked #1201 out of 1,854 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 28% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School?
398 students attend Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School offer ?
Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School part of?
Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School is part of ASU Preparatory Academy (92325) School District.
In what neighborhood is Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School located?
Asu Preparatory - Phoenix Middle School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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