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Best 85022 Arizona Public Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,566 students in 85022, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 48 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 85022, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85022, AZ are Basis Phoenix, Kaleidoscope School and Hidden Hills Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85022 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85022, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85022, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
13231 N 22nd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 595-9870
Gr: 5-12 | 781 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Kaleidoscope School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
16850 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 845-5983
Gr: K-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Hidden Hills Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1919 E Sharon Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-3100
Gr: PK-6 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #44.
Echo Mountain Primary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1811 E Michigan Ave # 3
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-5500
Gr: PK-6 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Career Success Schools - Stem Academy 7-12
Alternative School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
2321 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 687-8282
Gr: 7-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 87:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Cactus View Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
17602 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-2500
Gr: PK-6 | 508 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #77.
Echo Mountain Intermediate School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1811 E Michigan Ave # 3
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-5600
Gr: PK-6 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #88.
Scholars Academy Sunnyslope
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1055 E Hearn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 601-6464
Gr: K-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #99.
Roadrunner School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
16428 N 21st St.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85022 Arizona

85022, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Aire Libre Elementary School (Closed 2020)
16428 N 21st St
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-2000
Gr: PK-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 71%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 85022, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85022, AZ include Basis Phoenix, Kaleidoscope School and Hidden Hills Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85022?
9 public schools are located in 85022.
What percentage of students in 85022 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 85022 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85022?
85022 public schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

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