For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,721 students in 85306, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 204 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 85306, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85306, AZ are Jefferson Preparatory High School, Legacy Traditional School Glendale and West-mec - Cactus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85306 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85306, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85306, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16635 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Grades: 7-12
| 113 students
Rank: #22.
Legacy Traditional School Glendale
Charter School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13091 North 67th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 219-4300
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 219-4300
Grades: K-8
| 1,187 students
Rank: #33.
West-mec - Cactus High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Rank: #44.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Grades: PK-12
| 24 students
Rank: #55.
Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Grades: PK-8
| 294 students
Rank: #66.
Desert Heights Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5821 W Beverly Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-2900
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-2900
Grades: K-12
| 923 students
Rank: #77.
Cactus High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Grades: 7-12
| 1,170 students
Rank: #88.
Sunburst School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
14218 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Grades: PK-6
| 573 students
Rank: #99.
Foothills Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
15808 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Grades: PK-8
| 666 students
Rank: #1010.
Kachina Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5304 W Crocus Dr
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Grades: PK-8
| 337 students
Rank: #1111.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6315 W Port Au Prince Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Grades: PK-8
| 414 students
Rank: n/an/a
6000 W Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Grades: PK
| 17 students
85306, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
13806 North 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85306, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85306, AZ include Jefferson Preparatory High School, Legacy Traditional School Glendale and West-mec - Cactus High School.
How many public schools are located in 85306, AZ?
12 public schools are located in 85306, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85306, AZ go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 85306, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85306, AZ?
85306, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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