For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 3,830 students in 85287, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85287, AZ are Asu Preparatory Academy Digital, Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85287 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85287, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85287, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
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 | 3,563 students Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
40 East Hildago Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 492-1722
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 492-1722
Gr: K-4 | 70 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
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 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Asu Preparatory Academy Pilgrim Rest Stem K-5 School
Charter School
1401 E Jefferson St
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 496-0041
Tempe, AZ 85287
(602) 496-0041
Gr: PK-6 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85287, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85287, AZ include Asu Preparatory Academy Digital, Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Primary and Asu Preparatory Academy - South Phoenix Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85287?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85287.
What is the racial composition of students in 85287?
85287 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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