For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 3,221 students in 85233, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85233, AZ are Eduprize School Gilbert, Mesquite High School and Mesquite Jr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85233 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85233, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85233, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Eduprize School Gilbert
Charter School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
580 W Melody Ave
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 813-9537
Gr: K-12 | 1,270 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Mesquite High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
500 S Mcqueen Rd
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4750
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 632-4750
Gr: 8-12 | 1,303 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Mesquite Jr High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
130 W Mesquite St
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 926-1433
Gilbert, AZ 85233
(480) 926-1433
Gr: 6-8 | 648 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85233, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85233, AZ include Eduprize School Gilbert, Mesquite High School and Mesquite Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85233?
3 public middle schools are located in 85233.
What is the racial composition of students in 85233?
85233 public middle schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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