For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public charter schools serving 2,191 students in 85040, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85040, AZ are Advance U, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and Phoenix International Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 24% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85040, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Advance U
Charter School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
449 E Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Gr: K-4 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #22.
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: PK-6 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Gr: K-8 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
South Phoenix Prep And Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: K-4 | 295 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #55.
Nfl Yet College Prep Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 7-12 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Gr: 5-8 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #77.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Gr: K-8 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
International Commerce High School - Phoenix
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
432 E Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(480) 317-5900
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(480) 317-5900
Gr: 9-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
85040, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4039 East Raymond St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Gr: K-8 | 141 students Minority enrollment: 87%
2033 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Gr: K-6 | 403 students Minority enrollment: 96%
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 7-8 | 98 students Minority enrollment: 94%
449 East Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Gr: K-2
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Gr: K-8 | 186 students Minority enrollment: 98%
New Destiny Leadership Charter School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
1923 East Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-2234
Gr: K-5 | 24 students
4848 S. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Gr: 4-6 | 206 students Minority enrollment: 96%
2019 East Southern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Precision Academy System Charter School (Closed 2017)
Charter School
3906 East Braodway, Unit 105
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 453-3661
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
6000 South 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 55 students Minority enrollment: 91%
6401 South 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Gr: K-8 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Gr: 9-12 | 54 students Minority enrollment: 96%
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Gr: K-8 | 131 students Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85040, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85040, AZ include Advance U, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and Phoenix International Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85040?
8 public charter schools are located in 85040.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public charter schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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