For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 4,061 students in 85287, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85287, AZ are Asu Preparatory Academy Digital, Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary and Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85287 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85287, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85287, AZ 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Asu Preparatory Academy Digital
Charter School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1130 E University Dr Ste 230
Tempe, AZ 85287
(844) 692-3372
Tempe, AZ 85287
(844) 692-3372
Gr: K-12 | 3,563 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
40 East Hildago Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 492-1722
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 492-1722
Gr: K-4 | 70 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4445 S 12th St
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 842-1722
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 842-1722
Gr: 7-12 | 231 students Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5610 S. Central Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 551-6594
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 551-6594
Gr: PK-12 | 99 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Asu Preparatory Academy Pilgrim Rest Stem K-5 School
Charter School
1401 E Jefferson St
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 496-0041
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 496-0041
Gr: PK-6 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85287, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85287, AZ include Asu Preparatory Academy Digital, Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary and Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School.
How many public schools are located in 85287?
5 public schools are located in 85287.
What is the racial composition of students in 85287?
85287 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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