For the 2024 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 9,539 students in 85212, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85212, AZ are Basis Mesa, Canyon Rim Elementary School and Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85212 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85212, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% 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 85212, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5010 S Eastmark Pkwy
Mesa, AZ 85212
(602) 239-4807
Mesa, AZ 85212
(602) 239-4807
Grades: K-12
| 808 students
Rank: #22.
Canyon Rim Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3045 S Canyon Rim
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 984-3216
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 984-3216
Grades: PK-6
| 768 students
Rank: #33.
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6950 E Williams Field Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5700
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5700
Grades: K-4
| 466 students
Rank: #44.
Meridian
(Math: 59% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3900 S Mountain Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 497-4032
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 497-4032
Grades: PK-6
| 708 students
Rank: #55.
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic High School
Charter School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7350 E. Innovation Way South
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5769
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5769
Grades: 8-12
| 424 students
Rank: #66.
Silver Valley Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9737 E Toledo Ave
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 987-7443
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 987-7443
Grades: PK-6
| 1,227 students
Rank: #77.
Gateway Polytechnic Academy
(Math: 52% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5149 S Signal Butte Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 987-7440
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 987-7440
Grades: PK-6
| 958 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6950 E Williams Field Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5700
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5700
Grades: 5-7
| 294 students
Rank: #8 - 98. - 9.
Highland Jr High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6915 E Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 632-4739
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 632-4739
Grades: 6-8
| 1,038 students
Rank: #1010.
American Leadership Virtual
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6913 E Rembrandt Ave
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Grades: 7-12
| 215 students
Rank: #1111.
Eastmark High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9560 E Ray Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 474-6950
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 474-6950
Grades: 7-12
| 1,771 students
Rank: #1212.
Boulder Creek Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8045 E Portobello Ave
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 507-1404
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 507-1404
Grades: PK-6
| 532 students
Rank: #1313.
Liberty Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 S Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 830-3444
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 830-3444
Grades: K-8
| 330 students
Rank: n/an/a
American Leadership Surprise
Charter School
6913 E Rembrandt Ave
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 420-2101
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Evit Eastmark High School
Vocational School
9560 E Ray Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 474-6955
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 474-6955
Grades: 10-12
| n/a students
85212, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
6110 S. Sagewood St.
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5750
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5750
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Canyon Valley High School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
7007 East Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 497-3452
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 497-3452
Grades: 7-12
| 187 students
7007 East Guadalupe Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 497-3452
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 497-3452
Grades: 5-8
| 46 students
Franklin Arts Academies - Liberty Campus (Closed 2009)
Charter School
3015 South Power Rd
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 985-6112
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 985-6112
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
Polytechnic Elementary School (Closed 2012)
Charter School
6859 East Rembrandt Way
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5700
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 727-5700
Grades: K-8
| 350 students
Williams Community School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
7004 E. Union Avenue
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 988-9690
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 988-9690
Grades: K-8
| 90 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85212, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85212, AZ include Basis Mesa, Canyon Rim Elementary School and Asu Preparatory Academy-polytechnic Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85212, AZ?
15 public schools are located in 85212, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85212, AZ?
85212, 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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