For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 1,951 students in 85027, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85027, AZ are Northeast Campus, Deer Valley Academy and West-mec - Barry Goldwater High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85027 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85027, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85027 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Barry Goldwater High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85027, AZ Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northeast Campus
Vocational School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1617 W Williams Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 435-4920
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 435-4920
Gr: 10-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Deer Valley Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18424 N 51st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 388-4444
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(602) 388-4444
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
West-mec - Barry Goldwater High School
Vocational School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2820 W Rose Garden Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-7005
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-7005
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #44.
Barry Goldwater High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2820 W Rose Garden Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,602 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Vista Peak
Special Education School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19825 N 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3900
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 445-3900
Gr: PK-12 | 63 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
85027, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adobe Mountain School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2800 W Pinnacle Peak Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 869-9050
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 869-9050
Gr: 5-12 | 152 students Minority enrollment: 80%
Black Canyon School (Closed 2011)
Alternative School
24601 North 29th Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 780-1303
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 780-1303
Gr: 5-12
19825 N. 15th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(480) 279-7600
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(480) 279-7600
Gr: PK-6
2624 W. Lone Cactus Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 879-6763
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 879-6763
Gr: 9-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85027, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85027, AZ include Northeast Campus, Deer Valley Academy and West-mec - Barry Goldwater High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85027?
6 public high schools are located in 85027.
What is the racial composition of students in 85027?
85027 public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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