Education
Phoenix, Arizona, offers a diverse and growing education system with a mix of public, charter, and private schools. The city is home to several school districts, including the Phoenix Union High School District, which serves the city’s high school students, and many elementary and middle school districts such as the Roosevelt and Creighton School Districts. Phoenix also has a variety of charter schools that focus on specialized curriculums and alternative teaching methods.
Public Schools
Elementary Schools:
Balsz Elementary School
Desert View Elementary School
Solano Elementary School
Chavez Elementary School
Sunset Hills Elementary School
Middle Schools:
Camelback High School
Kenilworth School
Maryvale Middle School
Phoenix Preparatory Academy
High Schools:
Phoenix Union High School
Central High School
Sunnyslope High School
Carl Hayden Community High School
North High School
Colleges/Universities
1. Arizona State University (ASU)
2. University of Phoenix
3. Phoenix College
4. Grand Canyon University (GCU)
5. Maricopa Community Colleges
6. Carrington College
7. Ottawa University – Phoenix Campus
8. The Art Institute of Phoenix (closed in 2018)
9. Thunderbird School of Global Management (Now part of ASU)
Public Library
1. Phoenix Central Library
2. Burton Barr Central Library
3. Desert Sage Library
4. Palo Verde Library
5. Cholla Library
6. Sunnyslope Library
7. Juanita L. V. Craft Library
8. Yucca Library
9. South Mountain Community Library
10. Helen Drake Library
11. Maryvale Library
EDUCATION NEWS
Phoenix Teacher Awarded for Excellence in Education
News Summary Kelly Melrose, a geometry teacher at Camelback High School in Phoenix, received the $2,500 ‘Pay Tribute to a Teacher’ award for her outstanding contributions to education. With a...
Tempe Elementary School District Tops Arizona Rankings
News Summary The Tempe Elementary School District has been recognized as the top elementary school district in Arizona according to the latest Ranking Arizona. Based on public voting, this survey...
Efforts to Retain Medical Graduates in Arizona
News Summary Arizona legislators and educational institutions are collaborating to address the outflow of medical graduates, with over 40% leaving the state after residency. Key measures include new legislation aimed...
Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee Announces Run for Superintendent
News Summary Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee has officially declared her candidacy for the Republican nomination for Superintendent of Public Instruction, challenging the current officeholder, Tom Horne. With a background...
ASU Prepares for Promising Sun Devils Football Season
News Summary Arizona State University is gearing up for a spirited football season, with a focus on fan engagement and community outreach. Under the leadership of Coach Kenny Dillingham, excitement...
Fan Festival Kicks Off Sun Devil Football Season
News Summary The Fan Festival is set to launch the Sun Devil football season at Mountain America Stadium. The family-friendly event features activities for all ages, a Cheer 101 session,...
Arizona State Suffers Defeat to UCLA in NCAA Regional Opener
News Summary In a disappointing opening game of the NCAA Los Angeles Regional, Arizona State’s baseball team fell to UCLA with a score of 11-5. The Sun Devils struggled early,...
Arizona Sports Scene Heats Up This Summer
News Summary Arizona’s sports scene is bustling this summer with significant news in basketball, baseball, and soccer. The Phoenix Mercury executed a thrilling comeback win, ASU baseball faced tournament elimination,...
Sun Devils Face Elimination After Loss to UCLA
News Summary Arizona State’s Sun Devil Baseball team suffered an 11-5 defeat against UCLA in the Los Angeles Regional, putting them in a precarious position as they prepare for an...
