For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,502 students in 85208, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 31 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85208, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85208, AZ are Patterson Elementary School, Evit - Skyline High School and Brinton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85208 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85208, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85208, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Patterson Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
615 S Cheshire
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9700
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9700
Gr: PK-6 | 733 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Evit - Skyline High School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
854 S. Crismon Rd
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #33.
Brinton Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
11455 E Sunland Ave
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-4075
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-4075
Gr: PK-6 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #44.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
120 S Jefferson Ave
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-8700
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-8700
Gr: PK-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Skyline High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
845 S Crismon Rd
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9400
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,995 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Stevenson Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
638 S 96th St
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9000
Mesa, AZ 85208
(480) 472-9000
Gr: PK-6 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85208, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85208, AZ include Patterson Elementary School, Evit - Skyline High School and Brinton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85208?
6 public schools are located in 85208.
What percentage of students in 85208 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85208 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85208?
85208 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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