For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 8,453 students in 85207, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 15 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 85207, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85207, AZ are Mesa Academy For Advanced Studies, Las Sendas Elementary School and Evit - Red Mountain High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85207 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85207, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85207, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mesa Academy For Advanced Studies
(Math: 82% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6919 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 308-7400
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 308-7400
Gr: 4-9 | 379 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Las Sendas Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3120 N Red Mtn
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8725
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8725
Gr: PK-6 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Evit - Red Mountain High School
Vocational School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 70% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7301 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Pathfinder Academy
Charter School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2906 N Boulder Canyon
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 986-7071
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 986-7071
Gr: K-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #55.
Red Mountain High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7301 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8000
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 3,379 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #66.
Zaharis Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9410 E Mckellips Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 308-7200
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 308-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 721 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Cambridge Academy East
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
20365 East Ocotillo Road
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 987-3577
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 987-3577
Gr: K-8
Rank: #88.
Taft Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9800 E Quarterline Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-9100
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-9100
Gr: PK-6 | 491 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #99.
Falcon Hill Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1645 N Sterling
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8600
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8600
Gr: PK-6 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1010.
Salk Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7029 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8400
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8400
Gr: PK-6 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #1111.
Sousa Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
616 N Mountain Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8900
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8900
Gr: PK-6 | 344 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1212.
Smith Junior High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
10100 E Adobe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-9900
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-9900
Gr: 7-8 | 707 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1313.
East Valley High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7420 E Main St
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 981-2008
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 981-2008
Gr: 9-12 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
S H A R P
Special Education School
7302 E Adobe St
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8970
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-8970
Gr: K-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
85207, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cambridge Academy East (Closed 2021)
Charter School
9412 E Brown Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 641-2828
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 641-2828
Gr: K-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Evit - Smith Junior High School (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
10100 East Adobe Road
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-9900
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-9900
Gr: 9
7042 East Adobe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-0200
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-0200
Gr: K-8 | 584 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
950 N Sunvalley Blvd
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-3975
Mesa, AZ 85207
(480) 472-3975
Gr: PK
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85207, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85207, AZ include Mesa Academy For Advanced Studies, Las Sendas Elementary School and Evit - Red Mountain High School.
How many public schools are located in 85207?
14 public schools are located in 85207.
What percentage of students in 85207 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 85207 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85207?
85207 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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