TEMPE PREPARATORY ACADEMY

Tempe Preparatory Academy is a public charter high school that is part of the Tempe Preparatory Academy (4361) school district, located in Tempe, AZ with about 438 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade.

Tempe Preparatory Academy (TPA) is a tuition-free, public charter school located in Tempe, Arizona, serving students in grades 6 through 12. As a member of the Great Hearts Academies network, the school is deeply committed to a classical liberal arts curriculum. Its academic philosophy emphasizes the cultivation of the mind and character, focusing on the study of the "Great Books," mathematics, the sciences, fine arts, and foreign languages. The school aims to produce graduates who are not only academically prepared for higher education but who also possess the intellectual curiosity and moral virtue to contribute meaningfully to society.

The culture at Tempe Prep is defined by high academic expectations and a rigorous, structured environment that encourages deep analytical thinking and Socratic dialogue. Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong emphasis on community and extracurricular engagement, offering various athletic programs, clubs, and service opportunities designed to develop well-rounded individuals. By prioritizing a foundational education rooted in the Western tradition, Tempe Preparatory Academy distinguishes itself as a focused, college-preparatory institution dedicated to the pursuit of truth, beauty, and goodness.

For more information, contact Tempe Preparatory Academy at (480) 839-3402 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1251 E. Southern Ave
Tempe, AZ 85283
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TEMPE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is a public Charter school in Tempe, AZ with about 438 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Arizona State Board for Charter Schools
Total Students:
438
Teachers:
0
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 438 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending TEMPE PREPARATORY ACADEMY is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
80.4%
Asian
8.7%
Black or African American
3.9%
Hispanic/Latino
3.0%
Two or more races
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.5%

Female
53.9%
Male
46.1%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.