For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public middle schools serving 2,438 students in 85040, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ are Phoenix International Academy, Irene Lopez School and Nfl Yet College Prep Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85040 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85040, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85040, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
Irene Lopez School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4610 S 12th St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4920
Gr: PK-8 | 483 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
Percy L Julian School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 12%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2149 E Carver Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4950
Gr: K-8 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Cesar E Chavez Community School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 13%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4001 S 3rd St
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Phoenix, AZ 85040
(602) 232-4940
Gr: PK-8 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
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 middle schools in 85040, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85040, AZ include Phoenix International Academy, Irene Lopez School and Nfl Yet College Prep Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85040?
7 public middle schools are located in 85040.
What is the racial composition of students in 85040?
85040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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