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James Madison Preparatory School


At a glance
26thof 289 Arizona districts▼ 3
Better than 91% of Arizona districts
High 1Grades 6-12
5815 S McClintock Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283-3227
·(480) 345-2306·All Arizona district rankings →
Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 91% of districts
1
School
130
Students
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5-star school
Top rankedJames Madison Preparatory School20th of 271 Arizona high schools
Summary:

James Madison Preparatory School is a standout public charter high school serving grades 6-12 in Tempe, Arizona. With a total enrollment of 140 students, this school has consistently ranked among the top high schools in the state, placing 20th out of 271 schools in the 2024-2025 school year and 14th out of 270 schools in the 2023-2024 school year, both with a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

The school's academic performance is exceptional, with significantly higher proficiency rates compared to the state average in science, English language arts, and mathematics for 11th-grade students. In 2024-2025, 65% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in science, compared to the state average of 19%, and 79% were proficient or better in English language arts, compared to the state average of 40%. Additionally, 55% of 11th-grade students were proficient or better in mathematics, compared to the state average of 30%. The school's four-year graduation rate for the 2023-2024 school year was 78.4%, and its dropout rate was a relatively low 5.2%.

Overall, James Madison Preparatory School stands out as an exceptional public charter high school in the Tempe area, providing a high-quality education and achieving outstanding academic results for its students. The school's consistent high ranking, exceptional academic performance, and strong graduation and dropout rates suggest it is a highly regarded and successful institution that is effectively supporting its students and helping them succeed.

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Arizona Department of Education.

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