For the 2026-27 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 7,358 students in 85009, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 159 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85009, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85009, AZ are Magnet Traditional School, Esperanza Elementary School and Mitchell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85009 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85009, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85009, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Magnet Traditional School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2602 N 23rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 257-6281
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 257-6281
Gr: PK-8 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Esperanza Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3025 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2800
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2800
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Mitchell Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 N 41st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2600
Gr: K-5 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #44.
J B Sutton Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1001 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-3200
Gr: K-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1
Rank: #55.
P T Coe Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3801 W Roanoke Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2400
Gr: K-5 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Jack L Kuban Elementary School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3201 W Sherman St
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 353-5441
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 353-5441
Gr: PK-8 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Moya Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
406 N 41st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-3100
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #88.
Alta E Butler School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3348 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2300
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2300
Gr: K-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #99.
William R Sullivan Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2 N 31st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 353-5221
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 353-5221
Gr: PK-8 | 568 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1010.
Morris K. Udall Escuela De Bellas Artes
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3348 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2700
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1111.
Isaac Middle School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3402 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 455-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 455-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Carl Hayden High School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3333 W Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 764-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 764-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,079 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1313.
Isaac Online Prep Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3348 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 455-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 455-6700
Gr: K-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
3101 W Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2900
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 442-2900
Gr: PK | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
2941 N 43rd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 455-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 455-6700
Gr: PK
85009, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1441 S 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 353-5002
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 353-5002
Gr: PK-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1
Asp - Florence West/a.c.i. (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
915 E Diversion Dam Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Asp - Marana O.c.t.f./a.c.i. (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
12610 W Silverbell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Asp - Phoenix West/a.c.i. (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3402 W Cocopah St
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Aspc - Douglas/a.c.i. (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
6911 North B.d.i. Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Aspc - Safford/ft. Grant/a.c.i. (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
896 S Cook Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Aspc-phoenix/globe (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3701 W Cambridge Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 542-5620
Durango Transitional Learning Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3125 W Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 452-4700
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 452-4700
Gr: 3-12 | 97 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
367 N. 21st . Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(623) 925-2780
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(623) 925-2780
Gr: K-12 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 85%
367 N. 21st Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 305-8440
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 305-8440
Gr: K-3 | 23 students
4612 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 764-1500
Phoenix, AZ 85009
(602) 764-1500
Gr: 11-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85009, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85009, AZ include Magnet Traditional School, Esperanza Elementary School and Mitchell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85009?
15 public schools are located in 85009.
What percentage of students in 85009 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85009 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85009?
85009 public schools minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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