For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public charter schools serving 1,633 students in 85006, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85006, AZ are Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School, Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary School and Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85006 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85006, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85006, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
735 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 360 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #22.
Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
735 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Gr: K-4 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
735 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 496-3100
Gr: 5-8 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Summit High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
728 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 258-8959
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 258-8959
Gr: 9-12 | 201 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
85006, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Copper State Academy (Closed 2023)
Charter School
1301 E Almeria Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(480) 329-6780
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(480) 329-6780
Gr: 9-12 | 17 students Minority enrollment: 88%
417 North 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 416-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 416-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Phoenix Prep Academy (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
735 E Fillmore
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-4843
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-4843
Gr: K-12
1817 North 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3805
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 257-3805
Gr: PK | 14 students Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85006, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85006, AZ include Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix High School, Asu Preparatory Academy- Phoenix Elementary School and Asu Preparatory Academy - Phoenix Middle School.
How many public charter schools are located in 85006?
5 public charter schools are located in 85006.
What is the racial composition of students in 85006?
85006 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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