Serving more than 400 students in eighth through twelfth grades, ASU Preparatory Academy-Polytechnic High School is one of three schools in the ASU Preparatory Academy District. The Academy’s mission is to prepare its students for college using a rigorous curriculum and access to ASU’s college courses.
The school uses a STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) based curriculum to prepare its students for college-level courses and real-world experiences. Students are allowed to take two ASU college-level courses each semester without cost, giving them college course experience as well as a head start in credits.
The school is dedicated to creating a welcoming and nurturing environment for each student. They believe that a strong school community leads to academic success. To create a strong community feel, the school encourages its parents to take on an active role in their child's academic path. It is dedicated to providing the students with a hands-on education, reflecting life after school.
ASU Preparatory Academy-Polytechnic High School
Charter High School
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Grade 9-12
7350 Innovation Way S,
Mesa, AZ
School Details
Head of School
Chrystal Keller
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1240
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.46
Graduation Rate
95%
Niche Grade
A-
A
A
B-
B+
C+
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.46
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
29
Full Time Teachers
22
Part Time Teachers
7
Teachers in First or Second Year
6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1240
Math
630
Verbal
610
Average ACT
26
Math
26
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
31%
State Average
48%
Science
8%
State Average
30%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
275:1
Student Diversity
Male
59.4%
Female
40.6%
Hispanic
44.5%
White
35.8%
Black
6.6%
Two or more races
5.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.4%
Native American
2.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings
#27
Best College Prep Public HS in Arizona
#33
Best Charter HS in Arizona
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University
346 Students
Northern Arizona University
234 Students
University of Arizona
190 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus
130 Students
Grand Canyon University
98 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus
75 Students
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Prescott
72 Students
University of California - Los Angeles
64 Students
University of San Diego
44 Students
Chandler-Gilbert Community College
42 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
53 Students
Psychology
35 Students
Biology
31 Students
Computer Science
26 Students
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
23 Students
Nursing
21 Students
Engineering
21 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
20 Students
Mechanical Engineering
19 Students
Computer Software Engineering
18 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/3/2023
okay overall, did not feel accommodated for as much as I would have liked. struggled with some learning problems and did not feel like I was helped according to my 404 plan
11/10/2022
if you want to go to a good school with good academic classes and strong spirit, including a lot of diversity, then you should come here :) it's an alright school overall
3/10/2022
ASU Prep was a bit difficult for me academically. Still, I can certainly say that they prepped me well with time management, personal and academic goals, self-advocacy, and organization. Honestly, I would recommend this high school because it is a smaller school that focuses on academics, clubs, and organizations. I wouldn't recommend it if your focus/goal is on sports.
GreatSchools Reviews
3/25/2025
The school has shifted away from actual teaching and learning, and instead is pushing their online learning. There is a reason students here are attending school in person and not online. The school claims to prepare you for college, and proceeds to blindly give you work that the administrators have...
10/27/2023
You are nothing but a number here. Do not enroll. They lie to get you in the door. The counselors do not support the students and they are not honest. My daughter should be going into another set of courses but they now "don't have seats available". Weird how she's been enrolled all semester and the...
8/19/2023
Such a great school. Teachers and staff are so supportive and interactive with the community. School is patrolled by campus police so very safe. There a variety of after school activities. My fav part is how active the PTSO is in putting together community events.
7/5/2023
My junior high student did not have any highly qualified or certified teachers for two years. And believe me it showed. Staff turnover is insanely high due to management and the students suffer. School meals are literally a piece of white bread with a slice of cheese, or maybe some tomato sauce thro...
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Map
About Phoenix-Mesa Gateway
List Price Range
$474K - $1.2M
Homes For Sale
7
Average Home Value
$704,315
Median Lot Size
5,662 Sq Ft
% Renters
88%
Household Income
$54,791
% of College Grads
44.9%
Median Age
24
Average House Size
2,325 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
97.9%
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