Serving 328 students in grades 5-8, Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School's student population of 328 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School ranks within the top 30% 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 Middle School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#474 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
37%
49%
Black
4%
6%
White
44%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.2%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School is ranked #474 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School often compared to?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like San Tan Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School?
328 students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School offer ?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School part of?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School is part of ASU Preparatory Academy (92327) School District.
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