Serving 351 students in grades 5-8, Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 351 students
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School's student population of 351 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
351 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#474 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
38%
48%
Black
5%
6%
White
43%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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-polytechnic Middle School's ranking?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School is ranked #474 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School?
351 students attend Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What grades does Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School offer ?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School part of?
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School is part of ASU Preparatory Academy (92327) School District.
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