Summary:
The 85281 zip code area of Tempe, Arizona is home to 11 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 4 high schools, and 1 alternative school. This diverse educational landscape features a mix of high-performing and struggling schools, with significant disparities in academic achievement across the district.
The standout schools in the area include New School for the Arts, a public charter high school that ranks 98th out of 469 Arizona high schools and boasts a 91.9% 4-year graduation rate, as well as strong academic performance in science, English Language Arts, and mathematics. Tempe High School, a public high school in the Tempe Union High School District, also stands out with a relatively high 4-year graduation rate of 83.2% and better-than-average test scores. Additionally, the ASU Preparatory Academy Digital, a public charter virtual school, has a diverse student population and exceptional academic performance, with 70% of 11th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts and 47% proficient or better in mathematics.
However, the data also reveals significant challenges facing some schools in the 85281 zip code, particularly those with high percentages of low-income students. Schools like Cecil Shamley School and Flora Thew Elementary, which are part of the Tempe School District, struggle with very low proficiency rates, high dropout rates, and other indicators of academic underperformance. These findings suggest the need for targeted interventions and additional resources to support the most vulnerable students and schools in the area.
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