For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,345 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 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85016, AZ are Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus, Madison #1 Elementary 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 25% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85016, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4535 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-2210
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-2210
Gr: K-8 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Madison #1 Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5525 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7100
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7100
Gr: 5-8 | 874 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Madison Camelview Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2002 E Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Gr: PK-4 | 561 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Ridgeview College Preparatory High School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1645 W Skyline Drive
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 360-4518
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 360-4518
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #55.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2002 E Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6080
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6080
Gr: PK-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Leona Connected High School
Alternative School
Charter 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
Gr: 9-12 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Larry C Kennedy School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2702 E Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Gr: PK-8 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #88.
Creighton Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2702 E Flower St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6023
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6023
Gr: K-8 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #99.
Camelback High School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4612 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 764-7000
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 764-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
85016, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
International Charter School Of Arizona (Closed 2017)
Charter School
1973 East Maryland
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 241-1111
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 241-1111
Gr: K-8
Madison - Homebound (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
5601 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-5951
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-5951
Gr: K-8 | 1 student
Phoenix Advantage Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
3738 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Minority enrollment: 98%
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, Madison #1 Elementary 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 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85016?
85016 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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