Tempe, Arizona – Events and Things to do

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Tempe, Arizona offers a variety of educational options, including public and private schools, charter schools, and higher education institutions.

Here’s a breakdown:

Public school districts

Tempe Elementary School District: This district provides preschool and K-8 programs, including National Blue Ribbon and Arizona Education A+ schools. They have 21 campuses in Tempe, east Phoenix, and the Town of Guadalupe, according to Tempe Elementary Schools.

Kyrene School District: Offers educational options for children PreK-8.

Tempe Union High School District: This district operates six comprehensive high schools and one alternative high school. They serve areas including Tempe, parts of Chandler and Phoenix, Guadalupe, and the Gila River Indian Community. Tempe Union High School District received an “A” letter grade from the Arizona Department of Education during the 24/25 school year.

Higher education

Arizona State University (ASU): A large public university with its main campus in Tempe.

Rio Salado College: Offers rolling start dates for various programs.

Other options

Charter schools: Examples include Pinnacle Charter Schools, which offers online and in-person options for grades 6-12, and James Madison Preparatory School, focusing on a traditional education for grades 6-12.

Private schools:

Tempe has private and religious school options like LeadAZ Private School, focusing on personalized learning, and Gethsemane Christian Academy, offering Christian education for preschool and kindergarten.

Home school options are also available.