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Best 85282 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 2,919 students in 85282, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85282, AZ are Tempe Preparatory Academy, Pinnacle High School - Tempe and Mcclintock High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85282 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85282, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85282 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tempe Preparatory Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85282, AZ Public High 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.
Pinnacle High School - Tempe
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2224 W Southern Ave Ste 2
Tempe, AZ 85282
(602) 414-0950
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #33.
Mcclintock High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1830 E Del Rio Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 839-4222
Gr: 9-12 | 1,781 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Valley Preparatory Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
2150 Southern Avenue Ste 713
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 621-3383
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Evit - Mcclintock High School
Vocational School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1830 E Del Rio Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #66.
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 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1
Rank: #77.
International Commerce High School - Tempe
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1105 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
(480) 317-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #88.
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%
Rank: n/an/a
International Commerce High School Mcg
Alternative School
Charter School
1855 S Country Club Dr
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 high schools in 85282, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85282, AZ include Tempe Preparatory Academy, Pinnacle High School - Tempe and Mcclintock High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85282?
9 public high schools are located in 85282.
What is the racial composition of students in 85282?
85282 public high schools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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