For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 2,395 students in 85024, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85024, AZ are Mountain Trail Middle School and North Canyon High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85024 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85024, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85024, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mountain Trail Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2323 E Mountain Gate Pass
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-4600
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-4600
Gr: 5-8 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
North Canyon High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E Union Hls Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5000
Phoenix, AZ 85024
(602) 449-5000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,560 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85024, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85024, AZ include Mountain Trail Middle School and North Canyon High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85024?
2 public middle schools are located in 85024.
What is the racial composition of students in 85024?
85024 public middle schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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