For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,457 students in 85050, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 93 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85050, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85050, AZ are Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Explorer Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85050 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 85050, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85050, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Trails Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4315 E Cashman Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4100
Grades: PK-7
| 566 students
Rank: #22.
Wildfire Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3997 E Lockwood Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4300
Grades: PK-6
| 485 students
Rank: #33.
Explorer Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
22401 N 40th St
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4200
Grades: 7-8
| 713 students
Rank: #44.
Pinnacle High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3535 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Grades: 7-12
| 2,558 students
Rank: #55.
Aaec - Paradise Valley
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3775 E Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 569-1101
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 569-1101
Grades: 9-12
| 322 students
Rank: #66.
West-mec - Pinnacle High School
Vocational School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3535 E Mayo Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-4000
Grades: 9-12
| 26 students
Rank: #77.
Sunset Canyon School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2727 E Siesta Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-5100
Grades: PK-6
| 373 students
Rank: n/an/a
3300 E. Sky Crossing Way
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(602) 449-2000
Grades: PK-6
| 414 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85050, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85050, AZ include Desert Trails Elementary School, Wildfire Elementary School and Explorer Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 85050, AZ?
8 public schools are located in 85050, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85050, AZ go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85050, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85050, AZ?
85050, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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