For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,121 students in 85012, AZ (there are 7 private schools, serving 3,973 private students). 51% of all K-12 students in 85012, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ are Basis Phoenix Central Primary, Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley and Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85012 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 85012, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85012, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix Central Primary
Charter School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
201 E Indianola Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 559-5399
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 559-5399
Grades: K-5
| 440 students
Rank: #22.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7500 E Civic Cir
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(928) 775-3200
Grades: 9-12
| 333 students
Rank: #33.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1440 S Longmore
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Grades: 9-12
| 115 students
Rank: #44.
Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center - Estrella
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3400 Dysart Rd, Bldgs A-d
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(623) 535-0754
Grades: 9-12
| 454 students
Rank: #55.
Phoenix Coding Academy
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4445 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-5700
Grades: 9-12
| 268 students
Rank: #66.
Aaec - Smcc Campus
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2002 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 323-9890
Grades: 9-12
| 499 students
Rank: #77.
Central High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4525 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 764-7500
Grades: 9-12
| 1,970 students
Rank: n/an/a
Aaec Online
Charter School
1440 S Longhorn
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 222-3999
Grades: 9-12
| 42 students
85012, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2165 N Power Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 854-1504
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(480) 854-1504
Grades: 9-12
| 126 students
Dove Academy College Preparatory (Closed 2007)
Charter School
4530 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Grades: K-9
| 186 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85012, AZ include Basis Phoenix Central Primary, Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Prescott Valley and Arizona Agribusiness & Equine Center Inc. - Mesa.
How many public schools are located in 85012, AZ?
9 public schools are located in 85012, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85012, AZ go to public school?
51% of all K-12 students in 85012, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85012, AZ?
85012, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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