For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 229 students in 85929, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle school in 85929, AZ is Blue Ridge 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 85929 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85929, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85929, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Blue Ridge Jr High School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1200 W White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-2350
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-2350
Gr: 7-8 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: n/an/a
1200 W White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Gr: K-12
85929, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1200 West White Mountain Blvd
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Gr: 3-4 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
3050 North Porter Mountain Roa
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Lakeside, AZ 85929
(928) 368-6126
Gr: 4-6 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85929, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85929, AZ include Blue Ridge Jr High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85929?
2 public middle schools are located in 85929.
What is the racial composition of students in 85929?
85929 public middle schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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