For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,272 students in 85120, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85120, AZ are Imagine Superstition Middle School, Imagine Prep Superstition and Avalon Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85120 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85120, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85120, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Imagine Superstition Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1843 W 16th Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 355-0530
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 355-0530
Gr: 6-8 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #22.
Imagine Prep Superstition
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1843 W 16th Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 355-0530
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 355-0530
Gr: 9-12 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Avalon Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1045 S San Marcos Dr
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 671-4585
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 671-4585
Gr: K-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Apache Junction High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2525 S Ironwood Dr
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 474-3980
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 474-3980
Gr: 9-12 | 796 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Cactus Canyon Junior High School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
801 W Southern Ave
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 677-7565
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 677-7565
Gr: 6-8 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Apache Trail High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
945 W Apache Trl
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 288-0337
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 288-0337
Gr: 9-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - Apache Junction High School
Vocational School
2525 S Ironwood Dr
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 461-4000
Apache Junction, AZ 85120
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85120, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85120, AZ include Imagine Superstition Middle School, Imagine Prep Superstition and Avalon Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85120?
7 public schools are located in 85120.
What is the racial composition of students in 85120?
85120 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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