For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,749 students in 85259, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Mountainside Middle School and Mission Montessori Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 38% statewide average). Middle schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public Middle Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Grades: 4-12
| 1,057 students
Rank: #22.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11256 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 532 students
Rank: #33.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12990 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Grades: K-8
| 160 students
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Basis Scottsdale Primary (Closed 2015)
Charter School
12440 E. Mountain View Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Mountainside Middle School and Mission Montessori Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85259, AZ?
3 public middle schools are located in 85259, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85259, AZ?
85259, AZ public middle schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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