For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,581 students in 85003, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85003, AZ are City View High School, Kenilworth Elementary School and Vista College Preparatory. 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 12% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), 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 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85003, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
City View High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
649 N 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 252-6721
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 252-6721
Grades: 9-12
| 107 students
Rank: #22.
Kenilworth Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1210 N 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3889
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3889
Grades: PK-8
| 466 students
Rank: #33.
Vista College Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
812 S 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Grades: K-4
| 270 students
Rank: #44.
Vista College Prep - Maryvale
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4520 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 601-7069
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 601-7069
Grades: K-4
| 395 students
Rank: #55.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1121 S 3rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3902
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 257-3902
Grades: PK-8
| 343 students
Rank: n/an/a
Vista College Prep
Charter School
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Grades: 5-8
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Vista College Prep - Es#4
Charter School
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 374-7159
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
85003, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Enterprise Academy (Closed 2008)
Charter School
415 West Grant St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-1844
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 254-1844
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Jail-maricopa County Sheriffs Office Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
225 W Washington St
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 876-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 876-1000
Grades: 9-12
| 95 students
358 North 5th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
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
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
374 N 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4700
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
812 South 6th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 262-2200
Grades: K-6
| 128 students
374 N. 6th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4737
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 452-4737
Grades: 6-9
| n/a students
301 W. Roosevelt
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-6990
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 258-6990
Grades: 9-12
| 89 students
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, Kenilworth Elementary School and Vista College Preparatory.
How many public schools are located in 85003, AZ?
7 public schools are located in 85003, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85003, AZ?
85003, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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