For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 4,331 students in 85287, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85287, AZ are Asu Preparatory Academy Digital, Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School and Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85287 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85287, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85287, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
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 | 3,850 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
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 | 247 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
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 Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Asu Preparatory Academy- Pilgrim Rest K-8
Charter School
1401 E Jefferson St
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 496-0041
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 496-0041
Gr: PK-8 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85287, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85287, AZ include Asu Preparatory Academy Digital, Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix High School and Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate.
How many public middle schools are located in 85287?
4 public middle schools are located in 85287.
What is the racial composition of students in 85287?
85287 public middle schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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