For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 812 students in 85268, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ are Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School and Fountain Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14825 N Fayette Dr
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5200
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5200
Grades: PK-3
| 347 students
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15414 N Mcdowell Mountain Rd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5414
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5414
Grades: 4-8
| 426 students
Rank: n/an/a
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Grades: K-12
| 39 students
85268, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15414 Mcdowell Mountain Road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Grades: 4-5
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ include Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School and Fountain Hills Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85268, AZ?
3 public elementary schools are located in 85268, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268, AZ?
85268, AZ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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