For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,444 students in 85028, AZ (there are 5 private schools, serving 550 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 85028, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85028, AZ are Basis Phoenix Primary, Mercury Mine Elementary School and Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85028 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85028, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85028, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix Primary
Charter School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11850 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 598-0330
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 598-0330
Gr: K-5 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Mercury Mine Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9640 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3700
Gr: PK-6 | 506 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program
Charter School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4530 E Gold Dust Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(480) 699-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(480) 699-4950
Gr: 4-8 | 43 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Shadow Mountain High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Desert Cove Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11020 N 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3400
Gr: PK-6 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
West-mec - Shadow Mountain High School
Vocational School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2902 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Shea Middle School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2728 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 449-3500
Gr: 5-8 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #88.
Accelerated Learning Center
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4105 E Shea Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 485-0309
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 485-0309
Gr: 9-12 | 133 students Minority enrollment: 38%
85028, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3602 East Cholla Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6130
Gr: K-6 | 449 students Minority enrollment: 17%
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Gr: 9-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 26%
3540 E. Cholla
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Phoenix, AZ 85028
(602) 493-6220
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85028, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85028, AZ include Basis Phoenix Primary, Mercury Mine Elementary School and Mission Montessori Academy's Middle Years Program.
How many public schools are located in 85028?
9 public schools are located in 85028.
What percentage of students in 85028 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 85028 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85028?
85028 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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