For the 2024 school year, there are 10 public elementary schools serving 2,990 students in 85040, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85040, AZ are South Mountain Preparatory Academy, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and Irene Lopez School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 18% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85040, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Mountain Preparatory Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
449 E Southern Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-8531
Grades: K-3
| 66 students
Rank: #22.
Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4848 S 2nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Grades: K-6
| 440 students
Rank: #33.
Irene Lopez School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4610 S 12th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Grades: PK-8
| 471 students
Rank: #44.
South Phoenix Prep And Arts Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Grades: K-4
| 347 students
Rank: #55.
Pioneer Technology & Arts Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1903 E Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-8865
Grades: K-8
| 428 students
Rank: #66.
Martin Luther King Early Childhood Center
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4615 S 22nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4910
Grades: PK-3
| 188 students
Rank: #77.
Phoenix International Academy
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4310 E Broadway Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 842-2521
Grades: 3-8
| 102 students
Rank: #88.
Percy L Julian School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2149 E Carver Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Grades: 4-8
| 262 students
Rank: #99.
South Valley Prep And Arts School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 3% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4039 E Raymond St Ste 3
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(877) 225-2118
Grades: 5-8
| 262 students
Rank: #1010.
Cesar E Chavez Community School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Grades: PK-8
| 424 students
85040, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Arts Academy At South Mountain (Closed 2012)
Charter School
4039 East Raymond St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 437-3927
Grades: K-8
| 141 students
3146 East Wier Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
C.i. Wilson Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
2033 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 268-0275
Grades: K-6
| 403 students
C.i.w.a. Middle School (Closed 2005)
Charter School
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Grades: 7-8
| 98 students
449 East Southern
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 595-0195
Grades: K-2
| n/a students
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 276-1223
Grades: K-8
| 186 students
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
Grades: K-5
| 24 students
Nfl Yet Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
4848 S. 2nd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-7788
Grades: 4-6
| 206 students
Phoenix College Preparatory High School (Closed 2004)
Charter School
2019 East Southern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Grades: 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
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Roosevelt Elementary School (Closed 2021)
Special Education School
6000 South 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Grades: K-8
| 55 students
6401 South 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-4800
Grades: K-8
| 298 students
2019 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 305-7700
Grades: 9-12
| 54 students
Teen Choice Leadership Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
1522 E. Southern Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 243-1773
Grades: K-8
| 131 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85040, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85040, AZ include South Mountain Preparatory Academy, Reyes Maria Ruiz Leadership Academy and Irene Lopez School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85040, AZ?
10 public elementary schools are located in 85040, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040, AZ?
85040, AZ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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