For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 239 students in 85012, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 85012, AZ is Basis Phoenix Central Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 85012 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85012, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85012, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix Central Primary
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
201 E Indianola Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 962-7393
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 962-7393
Gr: K-12 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
85012, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4530 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Phoenix, AZ 85012
(602) 234-2130
Gr: K-9 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85012, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85012, AZ include Basis Phoenix Central Primary.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85012?
1 public elementary schools are located in 85012.
What is the racial composition of students in 85012?
85012 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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