Best 85119 Arizona Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 835 students in 85119, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85119, AZ are Desert Vista Elementary School and Four Peaks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85119 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85119, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85119, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Vista Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3701 E Broadway Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 677-7510
Gr: PK-6 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
Four Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1755 N Idaho Rd
Apache Junction, AZ 85119
(480) 982-1110
Gr: PK-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85119, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85119, AZ include Desert Vista Elementary School and Four Peaks Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85119?
2 public elementary schools are located in 85119.
What is the racial composition of students in 85119?
85119 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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