Best 85253 Arizona Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,312 students in 85253, AZ (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,066 private students). 76% of all K-12 students in 85253, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).

The top-ranked public schools in 85253, AZ are Cherokee Elementary School, Kiva Elementary School and Chaparral High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 85253 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85253, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.

Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).