For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,099 students in 85087, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85087, AZ are Canyon Springs Stem Academy, New River Elementary School and Cornerstone Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85087 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85087, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85087, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Canyon Springs Stem Academy
(Math: 55% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
42901 N 45th Ave
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-5200
Grades: PK-8
| 787 students
Rank: #22.
New River Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
48827 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
New River, AZ 85087
(623) 376-3500
Grades: PK-6
| 172 students
Rank: #33.
Cornerstone Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7107 N Black Canyon Hwy
New River, AZ 85087
(602) 595-2198
New River, AZ 85087
(602) 595-2198
Grades: 9-12
| 140 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85087, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85087, AZ include Canyon Springs Stem Academy, New River Elementary School and Cornerstone Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 85087?
3 public schools are located in 85087.
What is the racial composition of students in 85087?
85087 public schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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