For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,822 students in 85209, AZ (there are 5 private schools, serving 650 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 85209, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85209, AZ are Superstition Springs Elementary School, Augusta Ranch Elementary School and Desert Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85209 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85209, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85209, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Superstition Springs Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7125 E Monterey Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 641-6413
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 641-6413
Grades: PK-6
| 755 students
Rank: #22.
Augusta Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9430 E Neville Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2011
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2011
Grades: PK-6
| 950 students
Rank: #33.
Desert Ridge High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Grades: 8-12
| 2,400 students
Rank: #44.
Evit - Desert Ridge High School
Vocational School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 49% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #55.
Noah Webster Schools- Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7301 E Baseline Rd
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Grades: K-6
| 682 students
Rank: #66.
Desert Ridge Jr. High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10211 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2025
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2025
Grades: 7-8
| 1,035 students
85209, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Noah Webster Basic School (Closed 2021)
Charter School
7301 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Grades: K-6
| 1,205 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85209, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85209, AZ include Superstition Springs Elementary School, Augusta Ranch Elementary School and Desert Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 85209, AZ?
6 public schools are located in 85209, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85209, AZ go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 85209, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85209, AZ?
85209, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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