For the 2026 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 6,689 students in 85041, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 254 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 85041, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85041, AZ are Basis Phoenix South, Maurice C. Cash Elementary School and Eagle College Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85041 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85041, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85041, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Phoenix South
Charter School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5700 S 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 962-7393
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 962-7393
Gr: K-12 | 523 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Maurice C. Cash Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3851 W Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 237-9120
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 237-9120
Gr: PK-8 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #33.
Eagle College Prep
Charter School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2450 W South Mountain Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 323-5400
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 323-5400
Gr: K-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #44.
Sun Valley Academy-avondale
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1515 North 117th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(623) 600-7660
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(623) 600-7660
Gr: K-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Valley View School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8220 S 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4980
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4980
Gr: PK-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #66.
John R Davis School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6209 S 15th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4930
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4930
Gr: PK-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #77.
Sun Valley Academy
Charter School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2675 W Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 692-4914
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 692-4914
Gr: K-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #88.
Bernard Black Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6550 S 27th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 304-3180
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 304-3180
Gr: PK-8 | 414 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
V H Lassen Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
909 W Vineyard Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4210
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4210
Gr: PK-8 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1010.
C J Jorgensen School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1701 W Roeser Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4990
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4990
Gr: PK-8 | 242 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1111.
Sunland Elementary School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5401 S 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4960
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4960
Gr: PK-8 | 573 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #1212.
Southwest Elementary School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1111 W Dobbins Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4270
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4270
Gr: PK-8 | 475 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #1313.
Education & Verma Pastor Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2101 W Alta Vista Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 304-3160
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 304-3160
Gr: PK-8 | 485 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #1414.
Ignacio Conchos School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1718 W Vineyard Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4250
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 232-4250
Gr: PK-8 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
Sun Valley Academy-glendale
Charter School
Proposed Location Near 83rd Av
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 692-4914
Phoenix, AZ 85041
(602) 692-4914
Gr: K-8 | 192 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85041, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85041, AZ include Basis Phoenix South, Maurice C. Cash Elementary School and Eagle College Prep.
How many public schools are located in 85041?
15 public schools are located in 85041.
What percentage of students in 85041 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 85041 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85041?
85041 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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