Serving 334 students in grades 6-8, Mckemy Academy Of International Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tempe Academy of International Studies McKemy Campus serves the entire district of Tempe, AZ, encompassing an area of approximately 36.4 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive to the school of around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Free the boundless potential in each child.
School Rankings
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies 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 Mckemy Academy Of International Studies is 0.65, which is less 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
#539 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
46%
49%
Black
5%
6%
White
36%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.6%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckemy Academy Of International Studies's ranking?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies is ranked #539 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Mckemy Academy Of International Studies often compared to?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Connolly Middle School, James Madison Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Mckemy Academy Of International Studies?
334 students attend Mckemy Academy Of International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Mckemy Academy Of International Studies students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckemy Academy Of International Studies?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mckemy Academy Of International Studies offer ?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mckemy Academy Of International Studies part of?
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies is part of Tempe School District (4258).
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