For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 2,233 students in 85306, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ are Jefferson Preparatory High School, Sunflower School and West-mec - Cactus High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85306 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 41% statewide average). High schools in 85306, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85306 have a Graduation Rate of 93%, which is more than the Arizona average of 76%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cactus High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85306, AZ Public High Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16635 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Grades: 7-12
| 113 students
Rank: #22.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Grades: PK-12
| 24 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.
Desert Heights Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
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: #55.
Cactus High School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 31%)
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
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 high schools in 85306, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ include Jefferson Preparatory High School, Sunflower School and West-mec - Cactus High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85306, AZ?
5 public high schools are located in 85306, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85306, AZ?
85306, AZ public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
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