For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 1,138 students in 85282, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85282, AZ are Tempe Preparatory Academy, Arizona Language Schools and Pinnacle High School - Tempe. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85282, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tempe Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1251 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Gr: 6-12 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Arizona Language Schools
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2222 S Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 334-9608
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 334-9608
Gr: K-5
Rank: #33.
Pinnacle High School - Tempe
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 2
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 414-0950
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 414-0950
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #44.
Valley Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2150 Southern Avenue Ste 713
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3383
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3383
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Edoptions Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
480 N Grand Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-9179
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-9179
Gr: 7-12 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #66.
International Commerce High School - Tempe
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1105 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #77.
Pinnacle Online High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 6-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
International Commerce High School Mcg
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
1855 S Country Club Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85282, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85282, AZ include Tempe Preparatory Academy, Arizona Language Schools and Pinnacle High School - Tempe.
How many public charter schools are located in 85282?
8 public charter schools are located in 85282.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public charter schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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