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Best 85282 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,386 students in 85282, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85282, AZ are Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Mckemy Academy Of International Studies. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85282, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tempe Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1251 E Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Gr: 6-12 | 440 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Ward Traditional Academy
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1965 E Hermosa Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 491-8871
Gr: K-8 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Mckemy Academy Of International Studies
(Math: 40% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2250 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 459-5048
Gr: 6-8 | 338 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #44.
Edoptions Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
480 N Grand Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(520) 281-9179
Gr: 7-12 | 93 students
Rank: #55.
Connolly Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
2002 E Concorda Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8933
Gr: 6-8 | 915 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
Pinnacle Online High School
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 6-12 | 229 students Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Pinnacle Charter School
Charter School
2224 W Southern Avenue Suite 1
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: K-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85282 Arizona

85282, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Bright Ideas Charter School - Van Buren (Closed 2008)
Charter School
2720 South Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 275-3400
Gr: K-8
Bustoz School (Closed 2012)
2020 East Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: K-5 | 280 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
D.w. Higgins Institute (Closed 2011)
2150 East Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 413-0829
Gr: K-8
E-institute - Tempe High School (Closed 2013)
1815 East Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 439-5026
Gr: 9-12
EdOptions AOI (Closed 2023)
2150 E Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3365
Gr: K-12
Evans Elementary School (Closed 2010)
4525 S College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: K-9
Imagine Tempe (Closed 2023)
1538 East Southern Ave., A-g
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 355-1640
Gr: K-8 | 264 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Intervention Learning Program (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
2228 South Country Club Way
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Leona Advanced Virtual Academy (Closed 2014)
5040 South Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Gr: 7-12 | 45 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Mckemy Middle School (Closed 2012)
2250 South College Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: 6-8 | 780 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Meyer Elementary School (Closed 2012)
2615 South Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 730-7102
Gr: K-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Montezuma Middle School (Closed 2012)
5040 South Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 953-2933
Gr: 7-12
Pinnacle Education Inc. - South Mountain Academy (Closed 2008)
1251 E. Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
Gr: 7-8 | 150 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Pinnacle High School - Casa Grande (Closed 2023)
4700 South Mcclintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 9-12 | 173 students Minority enrollment: 63%
Pinnacle High School - Mesa (Closed 2023)
4700 South Mcclintock Drive
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 755-8222
Gr: 9-12 | 208 students Minority enrollment: 51%
Tempe Preparatory Junior Academy (Closed 2018)
1251 E. Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-3402
Gr: 5-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85282, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85282, AZ include Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Mckemy Academy Of International Studies.
How many public middle schools are located in 85282?
7 public middle schools are located in 85282.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public middle schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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