For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 305 students in 85268, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85268, AZ are Fountain Hills Middle School and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fountain Hills Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16000 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Gr: 4-8 | 250 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Gr: K-12 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 55%
85268, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
15414 Mcdowell Mountain Road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Gr: 4-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85268, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85268, AZ include Fountain Hills Middle School and Fountain Hills Virtual Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85268?
2 public middle schools are located in 85268.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268?
85268 public middle schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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