Top 5 Best 85206 Arizona Public Schools (2023)
For the 2023 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,056 students in 85206, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 150 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 85206, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85206, AZ are Franklin At Brimhall Elementary School, Franklin Junior High School and Astravo Online Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85206 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 85206, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85206, AZ Public Schools (2023)
School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Franklin At Brimhall Elementary School
Math: 82% | Reading: 84%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4949 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-2600
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-2600
Grades: PK-6
| 766 students
Rank: #22.
Franklin Junior High School
Math: 75% | Reading: 80%
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4949 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8990
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8990
Grades: 7-8
| 261 students
Rank: #33.
Astravo Online Academy
Charter School
Math: <50% | Reading: <50%
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4858 E Baseline Rd Ste 103
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 763-5101
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 763-5101
Grades: 5-12
| 571 students
Rank: #44.
Johnson Elementary School
Math: 39% | Reading: 42%
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3807 E Pueblo Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 427-6800
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 427-6800
Grades: PK-6
| 511 students
Rank: #55.
Madison Elementary School
Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
849 S Sunnyvale
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8800
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-8800
Grades: PK-6
| 361 students
Rank: #66.
Wilson Elementary School
Math: 28% | Reading: 31%
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5619 E Glade Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-9250
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-9250
Grades: PK-6
| 586 students
85206, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4710 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 325-1299
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 325-1299
Grades: K-12
| 155 students
4949 East Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-0200
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-0200
Grades: 7-9
| 668 students
Evit - Shepherd Junior High School (Closed 2021)
Vocational School
1407 North Alta Mesa Drive
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-1800
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-1800
Grades: 9
| n/a students
5005 East Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-0200
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 472-0200
Grades: K-6
| 367 students
4710 E. Baseline
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 600-2802
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 600-2802
Grades: K-8
| 106 students
4710 E. Baseline
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 325-1299
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 325-1299
Grades: K-8
| 72 students
Hillcrest Academy (Closed 2018)
Charter School
4710 E. Baseline Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 325-8950
Mesa, AZ 85206
(480) 325-8950
Grades: K-8
| 147 students
New World Education Center - Mesa (Closed 2008)
Charter School
4710 East Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85206
(602) 238-3080
Mesa, AZ 85206
(602) 238-3080
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85206, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85206, AZ are Franklin At Brimhall Elementary School, Franklin Junior High School and Astravo Online Academy.
How many public schools are located in 85206, AZ?
6 public schools are located in 85206, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85206, AZ go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 85206, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85206, AZ?
85206, AZ minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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