Arizona State University, Polytechnic High School is a public charter University-preparatory school, located in Mesa, Arizona, United States. The Polytechnic High School and STEM Academy is located on the Arizona State University Polytechnic campus next to the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
Serving 489 students in grades 8-12, Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School's student population of 489 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
489 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2010
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Prep for College. Prep for Careers. Prep for Life.
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#381 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
42%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
35%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
77%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sun Devils
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School is ranked #381 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School often compared to?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School?
The graduation rate of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School?
489 students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School offer ?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School part of?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School is part of ASU Preparatory Academy (91305) School District.
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