James Madison Preparatory School is a public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in Tempe, Arizona, with a diverse student population of 156. This high-performing school has consistently ranked among the top 75-87 high schools in Arizona and earned a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, thanks to its strong academic performance and high graduation rates.
James Madison Preparatory School stands out for its exceptional academic achievements. The school consistently outperforms the state average on standardized tests, with its 11th-grade students scoring 48% proficient or better in Science and English Language Arts, compared to the state averages of 22% and 40%, respectively. The school's White, multi-racial, and Hispanic student subgroups perform particularly well, ranking among the top 75-195 high schools in Arizona. However, the school's special education subgroup performance is more mixed, suggesting an area for improvement.
Interestingly, James Madison Preparatory School spends significantly more per student ($9,229 in 2019-2020 and $10,553 in 2018-2019) compared to the nearby Pinnacle Online - WMCB school ($2,239 in 2018-2019). This difference in funding may contribute to the disparities in academic performance and outcomes between the two schools, highlighting the importance of equitable funding for schools to provide high-quality educational experiences.
James Madison Preparatory School
In the 2022-23 school year, 156 students attended James Madison Preparatory School.
Students at James Madison Preparatory School are 63% White, 23% Hispanic, 5% African American, 3% Asian, 3% Two or more races, 2% American Indian, 2% Pacific Islander.