For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,448 students in 85003, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85003, AZ are City View High School, Vista College Preparatory - Hadley and Vista College Prep - Maryvale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85003 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85003, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85003, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
City View High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
649 N 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 252-6721
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 252-6721
Gr: 9-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Vista College Preparatory - Hadley
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
812 S 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Gr: K-8 | 228 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Vista College Prep - Maryvale
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4520 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 601-7069
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 601-7069
Gr: K-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Kenilworth Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1210 N 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3889
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3889
Gr: PK-8
Rank: #55.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1121 S 3rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3902
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3902
Gr: PK-8 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Elementary School
Charter School
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Gr: K-4 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Vista College Preparatory - Metro North Middle School
Charter School
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Gr: 5-8 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
85003, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Jail-maricopa County Sheriffs Office Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
225 W Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 876-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 876-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 95 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Phoenix Thomas J Pappas Regional Elementary School (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
355 North 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
374 N 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
812 South 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-2200
Gr: K-6 | 128 students
374 N. 6th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4737
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4737
Gr: 6-9
301 W. Roosevelt
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-6990
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-6990
Gr: 9-12 | 89 students Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85003, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85003, AZ include City View High School, Vista College Preparatory - Hadley and Vista College Prep - Maryvale.
How many public schools are located in 85003?
7 public schools are located in 85003.
What is the racial composition of students in 85003?
85003 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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