For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,003 students in 85022, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85022, AZ are Basis Phoenix, Kaleidoscope School and Career Success Schools - Stem Academy 7-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85022 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85022, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85022, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
13231 N 22nd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 595-9870
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:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16850 N 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 845-5983
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 845-5983
Gr: K-8 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #33.
Career Success Schools - Stem Academy 7-12
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2321 E Bell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 687-8282
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 687-8282
Gr: 7-12 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 87:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Scholars Academy Sunnyslope
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1055 E Hearn Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 601-6464
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 601-6464
Gr: K-8 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Roadrunner School
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
16428 N 21st St.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 449-2600
Gr: PK-12 | 70 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85022, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85022, AZ include Basis Phoenix, Kaleidoscope School and Career Success Schools - Stem Academy 7-12.
How many public middle schools are located in 85022?
5 public middle schools are located in 85022.
What is the racial composition of students in 85022?
85022 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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