For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 9,569 students in 85383, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85383, AZ are Basis Peoria, Candeo Peoria and Legacy Traditional School - Peoria. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85383 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85383, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85383, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Peoria
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9902 W Yearling Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 566-9100
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 566-9100
Gr: 5-12 | 1,007 students Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Candeo Peoria
Charter School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9965 W Calle Lejos
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 979-6500
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 979-6500
Gr: K-8 | 555 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Legacy Traditional School - Peoria
Charter School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7877 W Hillcrest Blvd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 299-9825
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 299-9825
Gr: K-8 | 658 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
West Wing School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
26716 N High Desert Dr
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 376-5000
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 376-5000
Gr: PK-8 | 1,018 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Terramar Academy Of The Arts
(Math: 59% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7000 W Happy Valley Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 445-7600
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 445-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 963 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Vistancia Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
30009 N Sunrise Pt
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6500
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6500
Gr: PK-8 | 1,108 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #77.
Lake Pleasant Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
31501 N Westland Rd
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6575
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6575
Gr: PK-8 | 1,276 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #88.
Liberty High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9621 W Speckled Gecko Dr
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6525
Peoria, AZ 85383
(623) 773-6525
Gr: 7-12 | 2,562 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #99.
Edoptions High School Learning Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6710 West Calle Lejos
Peoria, AZ 85383
(480) 621-3365
Peoria, AZ 85383
(480) 621-3365
Gr: 7-12 | 422 students Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85383, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85383, AZ include Basis Peoria, Candeo Peoria and Legacy Traditional School - Peoria.
How many public middle schools are located in 85383?
9 public middle schools are located in 85383.
What is the racial composition of students in 85383?
85383 public middle schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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