Best 85016 Arizona Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,762 students in 85016, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85016 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85016, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85016, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
4535 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 955-2210
Gr: K-8 | 497 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Madison #1 Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5525 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7100
Gr: 5-8 | 886 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #33.
Madison Camelview Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2002 E Campbell Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7200
Gr: PK-4 | 565 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Loma Linda Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2002 E Clarendon Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6020
Gr: PK-8 | 455 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #55.
Larry C Kennedy School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2702 E Osborn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6180
Gr: PK-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #66.
Creighton Virtual Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2702 E Flower St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-6018
Gr: K-8 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85016 Arizona

85016, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
3609 N 27th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 381-4660
Gr: 4-8
1973 East Maryland
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 241-1111
Gr: K-8
5601 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 264-5951
Gr: K-8 | 1 student
5601 N. 16th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7913
5601 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 664-7900
Gr: K-8
3738 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 263-8777
Gr: K-8 | 190 students Minority enrollment: 98%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85016, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85016, AZ include Villa Montessori - Phoenix Campus, Madison #1 Elementary School and Madison Camelview Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85016?
6 public elementary schools are located in 85016.
What is the racial composition of students in 85016?
85016 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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