For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,787 students in 85016, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 589 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 85016, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85016, AZ are Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus, Ridgeview College Preparatory High School and Madison Camelview Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85016 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85016, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85016, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4535 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-2210
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-2210
Grades: K-8
| 487 students
Rank: #22.
Ridgeview College Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1645 W Skyline Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 360-4518
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 360-4518
Grades: 9-12
| 115 students
Rank: #33.
Madison Camelview Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2002 E Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Grades: PK-4
| 582 students
Rank: #44.
Madison #1 Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5525 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7100
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7100
Grades: 5-8
| 948 students
Rank: #55.
Compass Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3609 N 27th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-4660
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-4660
Grades: 4-8
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Camelback High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4612 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 764-7000
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 764-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,239 students
Rank: #77.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2002 E Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6020
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6020
Grades: PK-8
| 506 students
Rank: #88.
Phoenix Advantage Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3738 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Grades: K-8
| 190 students
Rank: #99.
Leona Connected High School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1376 E Cottonwood Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 396-5627
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 396-5627
Grades: 9-12
| 87 students
Rank: #1010.
Creighton Virtual Academy
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2702 E Flower St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6018
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6018
Grades: K-8
| 202 students
Rank: #1111.
Larry C Kennedy School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2702 E Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Grades: PK-8
| 431 students
Rank: n/an/a
5601 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7900
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7900
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
85016, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
International Charter School Of Arizona (Closed 2017)
Charter School
1973 East Maryland
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 241-1111
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 241-1111
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Madison - Homebound (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5601 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-5951
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-5951
Grades: K-8
| 1 students
5601 N. 16th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7913
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7913
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85016, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85016, AZ include Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus, Ridgeview College Preparatory High School and Madison Camelview Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85016, AZ?
12 public schools are located in 85016, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85016, AZ go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 85016, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85016, AZ?
85016, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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