Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School

7350 E. Innovation Way South
Mesa, AZ 85212
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 458 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 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 458 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30% in AZ)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 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:

School Overview

Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School's student population of 458 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
458 students
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School Rankings

Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School is 0.67, 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.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#284 out of 1956 schools
(Top 20%)
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55-59%
35%
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55-59%
40%
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45-49%
24%
Student : Teacher Ratio
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17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
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Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
44%
47%
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Black
7%
6%
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White
36%
35%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
6%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.67
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≥90%
77%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School is ranked #284 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 90%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School?
458 students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School offer ?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
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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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 8-12
  • Enrollment: 458 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 64%
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 20%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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