Serving 416 students in grades 5-8, Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Overview
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School's student population of 416 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Prep for college. Prep for careers. Prep for life.
School Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1586 out of 1921 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
3%
5%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
71%
48%
Black
14%
6%
White
8%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School is ranked #1586 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School often compared to?
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gateway School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School?
416 students attend Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School offer ?
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School part of?
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School is part of ASU Preparatory Academy (92325) School District.
In what neighborhood is Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School located?
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Phoenix, AZ. There are 20 other public schools located in Central City.
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