For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 1,724 students in 85003, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85003, AZ are Kenilworth Elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85003 have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85003, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85003, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
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
| 489 students
Rank: #22.
Vista College Preparatory - Hadley
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-8
| 236 students
Rank: #33.
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-8
| 421 students
Rank: #44.
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
| 274 students
Rank: n/an/a
2133 W Peoria Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Phoenix, AZ 85003
(602) 612-3327
Grades: K-4
| 187 students
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
Grades: 5-8
| 117 students
85003, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
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 2023)
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 elementary schools in 85003, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85003, AZ include Kenilworth Elementary School, Vista College Preparatory - Hadley and Vista College Prep - Maryvale.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85003?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85003.
What is the racial composition of students in 85003?
85003 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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