For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 6,354 students in 85004, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 487 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 85004, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85004, AZ are Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix and Arizona School For The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85004 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85004, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85004, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Phoenix Union Bioscience High School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
512 E Pierce St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 764-5600
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 764-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 392 students
Rank: #22.
Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2536 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-3759
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-3759
Grades: K-8
| 114 students
Rank: #33.
Arizona School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1410 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Grades: 5-12
| 759 students
Rank: #44.
Genesis Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
525 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-8090
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-8090
Grades: 9-12
| 63 students
Rank: #55.
Arizona Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
99 E Virginia Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Grades: K-12
| 4,499 students
Rank: #66.
Champion Schools
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7900 S Jesse Owens Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 664-3379
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 664-3379
Grades: K-8
| 527 students
85004, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1837 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 340-1100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 340-1100
Grades: K-11
| 214 students
1875 N Central
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 405-9143
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 405-9143
Grades: K-8
| 25 students
New World Online Charter (Closed 2014)
Charter School
5818 North 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 238-9577
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 238-9577
Grades: 9-12
| 53 students
Phoenix Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
115 E. Tonto
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-4911
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-4911
Grades: K
| 17 students
1875 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(623) 332-5478
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(623) 332-5478
Grades: K-5
| n/a students
518 South 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-5921
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-5921
Grades: 11-12
| 4 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Ahwatukee (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-6
| 17 students
Tutor Time Charter School - E Gilbert (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-1
| 36 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Fountain Hills (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-1
| 17 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Grayhawk (Closed 2005)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-1
| 10 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Mesa (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-2
| 18 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Nw Phoenix (Closed 2006)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9100
Grades: K-2
| 23 students
Tutor Time Charter School - Tempe (Closed 2023)
Charter School
2400 N. Central Ave. 101
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9800
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 200-9800
Grades: K-6
| 10 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85004, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85004, AZ include Phoenix Union Bioscience High School, Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix and Arizona School For The Arts.
How many public schools are located in 85004?
6 public schools are located in 85004.
What percentage of students in 85004 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 85004 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85004?
85004 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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