Top 10 Best 85306 Arizona Public Schools (2024)

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 Legacy Traditional School Glendale, Jefferson Preparatory High School and Sunflower 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 34% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 39% 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)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Legacy Traditional School Glendale
Charter School
Math: 54% | Reading: 62%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
13091 North 67th Avenue
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 219-4300
Grades: K-8
| 1,187 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Preparatory High School
Charter School
Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
16635 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Grades: 7-12
| 113 students
Rank: #33.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Grades: PK-12
| 24 students
Rank: #44.
West-mec - Cactus High School
Vocational School
Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54%
(2018-2019 School Year Data)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Rank: #55.
Canyon Elementary School
Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Grades: PK-8
| 294 students
Rank: #66.
Desert Heights Charter School
Charter School
Math: 29% | Reading: 39%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5821 W Beverly Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-2900
Grades: K-12
| 923 students
Rank: #77.
Foothills Elementary School
Math: 30% | Reading: 34%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
15808 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4626
Grades: PK-8
| 666 students
Rank: #88.
Kachina Elementary School
Math: 26% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
5304 W Crocus Dr
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4500
Grades: PK-8
| 337 students
Rank: #99.
Cactus High School
Math: 27% | Reading: 31%
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Grades: 7-12
| 1,170 students
Rank: #1010.
Pioneer Elementary School
Math: 19% | Reading: 26%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
6315 W Port Au Prince Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-4550
Grades: PK-8
| 414 students
Rank: #1111.
Sunburst School
Math: 18% | Reading: 26%
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
14218 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-6400
Grades: PK-6
| 573 students
Rank: n/an/a
6000 W Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 486-6000
Grades: PK
| 17 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85306 Arizona

85306, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
13806 North 51st Ave
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 Legacy Traditional School Glendale, Jefferson Preparatory High School and Sunflower 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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