Exceptional Education At Every Level.
100 %
of Tempe Union high schools received an A Ranking
86 %
teacher retention rate within Kyrene Elementary schools
89 %
of Tempe Elementary schools achieved an A or B Ranking
Our Districts
By investing in every child’s future, Tempe has become the education hub for the Valley. Having a rich heritage of educational excellence, the City is a destination that serves Scottsdale, Phoenix, Chandler, Gilbert, and Mesa. Diverse and exceptional, our districts offer an unrivaled foundation for a lifetime of success.
Kyrene School District
Kyrene is known for high academic achievement. With preschool programs offered at nearly every campus, Kyrene provides young learners with a foundation of high-quality instruction and individualized support. District boundaries encompass parts of Tempe, Chandler, Guadalupe, the Gila River Indian Community, and all of Ahwatukee.
Tempe Elementary School District
Tempe Elementary Schools provide diverse pathways for children aged 4 to 14 from across the Valley, sparking curiosity and a lifelong love of learning, both inside and outside the classroom. With a welcoming community, enriching programs, and personalized support, we build confidence by serving each child’s unique strengths and interests.
Tempe Union High School District
Tempe Union believes every student can succeed and prepares each for future opportunities. Through unique partnerships with ASU, the City of Tempe, and local communities, the six A-rated high schools offer strong academics alongside specialized programs in business, engineering, science, athletics, arts, and civics.
Your path goes through Tempe
Preparing for your future is most effective where a continuum of learning is offered. With a world-class, innovative, tier-one research university and high-quality community colleges, students here are career ready the day they graduate. It’s all part of the life-long learning that’s championed in Tempe.
Arizona State University
ASU emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world skills, and meaningful partnerships with the City of Tempe and Tempe school districts that connect students with the opportunities of tomorrow. As the #1 university for innovation in the U.S., ASU helps learners develop confidence, adaptability, and a future-ready mindset through practical experience and educational pathways.
Rio Salado Community College
Rio Salado is committed to offering innovative education through college bridge pathways, community learning, and strong corporate and government partnerships. With over 135 certificate and degree programs, Rio Salado supports non-traditional learners and creates avenues to lifelong success.
Maricopa Community Colleges
The Maricopa Community Colleges ignite talent, transform lives, and strengthen communities through exceptional teaching, learning, and service. With 10 campuses and 31 satellite locations across Metro Phoenix, including Tempe, they offer over 600 degree and certificate programs to meet the diverse educational needs of tomorrow.
Thrive Highlights
City of Tempe
Tempe sets statewide model for education and workforce collaboration
Landmark collaboration unites ASU, City and all three Tempe school districts to highlight commitment to education, innovation and workforce development.
City of Tempe
Tempe’s education legacy powers a citywide partnership
“Through Thrive in Tempe, we’re connecting families to award-winning schools, ASU’s culture of innovation, and city and business partnerships — so every student has a chance to succeed and every family has a reason to be proud.”
Tempe Educator
Jessica Monroe
“I was overwhelmed with joy to be invited to the graduation. These three girls have worked so hard and come so far in their education.”
Tempe Educator
Martha Jacobo-Smith
“The Frank community is steeped in traditions, and there is a special connection with the school. Generations have attended Frank School, and many hold tight to those memories.”
Tempe Student
Armando Montero
“It’s important to have more young people sitting in office, particularly at the school board level; to be one of those five voices who brings a perspective that is not traditionally there.”
Tempe Student
Grace Wombacher
“I’ve met so many good people at Corona. I brought a lot of my friends from the Kyrene district to Corona and this environment is great. We do a lot of special things here that I am glad to be a part of.”
