Below Average
#1764 of 2,006 schools in AZ
Fees College Preparatory Middle School
Middle School · Tempe School District (4258)
1600 E WATSON DR, Tempe, AZ 85283
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
673
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Arizona schools
#1,764 of 2,006
In Tempe
#50 of 52
public schools
In district
#21 of 22
Tempe School District (4258)
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Fees College Preparatory Middle School
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About Fees College Preparatory Middle School
Fees College Preparatory Middle School is a public middle school in Tempe, AZ, part of Tempe School District (4258). Fees College Preparatory Middle School serves approximately 673 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Fees College Preparatory Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,764 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
Structured state assessment records for Fees College Preparatory Middle School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- AZ avg 5.6
What Parents Should Know
65% of students at Fees College Preparatory Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Fees College Preparatory Middle School — Students at Fees College Preparatory Middle School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.6/10.
How Fees College Preparatory Middle School Compares
See how Fees College Preparatory Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1600 E WATSON DR, Tempe, AZ 85283
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fees College Preparatory Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Kyrene del Norte School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Center for Educational Excellence (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ward Traditional Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tempe, see our Tempe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tempe Elementary Online Community Tempe | 0.0 mi | — |
| James Madison Preparatory School Tempe | 0.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Rover Elementary School Tempe | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Pinnacle Charter High School-Tempe East Mesa | 0.4 mi | — |
| Pinnacle Online - WMCB Mesa | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Marcos De Niza High School Tempe | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| ACCEL EAST CAMPUS Tempe | 0.6 mi | 6.7 |
| GETHSEMANE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Tempe | 0.8 mi | — |
| Kyrene del Norte School Tempe | 0.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Fuller Elementary School Tempe | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Arredondo Elementary School Tempe | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN JR HIGH SCHOOL Tempe | 0.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Kyrene de los Ninos School Tempe | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| AUTISM ACADEMY FOR ED & DEVELOPMENT Tempe | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| VALLEY CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tempe | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Center for Educational Excellence Tempe | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Aguilar School Tempe | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Joseph P. Spracale Elementary School Tempe | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Ward Traditional Academy Tempe | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| DAYSPRING PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Tempe | 1.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 85283 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,073
Median Home Value
$409,800
Median Rent
$1,669/mo
Population
46,789
College Educated
44.4%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.9%
Median Age
34.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fees College Preparatory Middle School
What grades does Fees College Preparatory Middle School serve?
Fees College Preparatory Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Fees College Preparatory Middle School?
Fees College Preparatory Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 673 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fees College Preparatory Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fees College Preparatory Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fees College Preparatory Middle School rank in AZ?
Fees College Preparatory Middle School ranks #1,764 of 2,006 schools in AZ.
What is Fees College Preparatory Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fees College Preparatory Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Fees College Preparatory Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Fees College Preparatory Middle School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Fees College Preparatory Middle School a charter school?
No, Fees College Preparatory Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fees College Preparatory Middle School a Title I school?
No, Fees College Preparatory Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 673
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Maricopa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.6%
- Phone
- (480) 897-6063
Resources & Links
District
Tempe School District (4258)- District Enrollment
- 10,293
- Schools in District
- 23
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,504
- District Rank
- #21 of 22
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