School History
Carminati Elementary opened in 1971. It is named for Augusta Carminati, a veteran Tempe Elementary teacher and principal.
Augusta, or "Gussie" as she was called, first became part of Tempe Elementary Schools in 1930, when she was hired as a primary teacher at Tempe Grammar School. In 1947, she became principal of the Eighth Street School, and then later principal of Ritter School in 1951.
FAST FACTS
| ESTABLISHED | MASCOT | ENROLLMENT |
|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Coyote | 350 students |
Celebrating 150 Years of Tempe Elementary Schools
For more than 150 years, Tempe Elementary Schools has provided community-inspired education serving the families of Tempe, Phoenix, Guadalupe, and beyond. Explore the district timeline to journey through our key milestones and transformative events that highlight our evolution into a modern educational leader.