For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,467 students in 85016, AZ (there are 4 private schools, serving 825 private students). 87% 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 24% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85016, AZ Public Schools (2025)
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
| 497 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
| 245 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
| 565 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
| 886 students
Rank: #55.
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
| 2,191 students
Rank: #66.
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
| 455 students
Rank: #77.
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
| 269 students
Rank: #88.
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
| 33 students
Rank: #99.
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
| 326 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
5601 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7900
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7900
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Phoenix Advantage Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3738 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Grades: K-8
| 190 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?
9 public schools are located in 85016.
What percentage of students in 85016 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 85016 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85016?
85016 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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