For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public charter schools serving 5,962 students in 85004, AZ.
The top ranked public charter schools in 85004, AZ are Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix, Arizona School For The Arts and Genesis Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85004 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85004, AZ have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85004, AZ Public Charter Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2536 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-3759
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-3759
Gr: K-8 | 114 students Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Arizona School For The Arts
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1410 N 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 257-1444
Gr: 5-12 | 759 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
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
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #44.
Champion Schools
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7900 S Jesse Owens Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 664-3379
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(480) 664-3379
Gr: K-8 | 527 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #55.
Arizona Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
99 E Virginia Ave Ste 200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 476-1320
Gr: K-12 | 4,499 students Minority enrollment: 64%
85004, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1837 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 340-1100
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 340-1100
Gr: K-11 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 61%
1875 N Central
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 405-9143
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 405-9143
Gr: K-8 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 24%
New World Online Charter (Closed 2014)
Charter School
5818 North 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 238-9577
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 238-9577
Gr: 9-12 | 53 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Phoenix Day (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
115 E. Tonto
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-4911
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 252-4911
Gr: K | 17 students Minority enrollment: 94%
1875 North Central Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(623) 332-5478
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(623) 332-5478
Gr: K-5
518 South 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-5921
Phoenix, AZ 85004
(602) 254-5921
Gr: 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
Gr: K-6 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 35%
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
Gr: K-1 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 31%
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
Gr: K-1 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 35%
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
Gr: 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
Gr: K-2 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 33%
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
Gr: K-2 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 30%
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
Gr: K-6 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public charter schools in 85004, AZ?
The top ranked public charter schools in 85004, AZ include Khalsa Montessori Elementary School - Phoenix, Arizona School For The Arts and Genesis Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85004?
5 public charter schools are located in 85004.
What is the racial composition of students in 85004?
85004 public charter schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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