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Best 85282 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 4,589 students in 85282, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85282, AZ are Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Arizona Language Schools. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85282, AZ Public Elementary 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 | 431 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 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 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Arizona Language Schools
Charter School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2222 S Price Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 334-9608
Gr: K-5
Rank: #44.
Broadmor Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
311 E Aepli Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-6599
Gr: K-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #55.
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 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Meyer Montessori
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2615 S Dorsey Ln
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 584-6339
Gr: PK-6 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #77.
Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1325 E Malibu Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-6608
Gr: K-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #88.
Arredondo Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1330 E Carson Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 897-2744
Gr: PK-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #99.
Curry Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1974 E Meadow Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 967-8336
Gr: K-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #1010.
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 | 923 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Carminati School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4001 S Mcallister Ave
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 784-4484
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #1212.
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 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85282, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85282, AZ include Tempe Preparatory Academy, Ward Traditional Academy and Arizona Language Schools.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85282?
12 public elementary schools are located in 85282.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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