For the 2025 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 4,492 students in 85042, AZ (there are 6 private schools, serving 873 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 85042, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 85042, AZ are Paideia Virtual Academy, Paideia Liberal Arts Academy and Desert Marigold School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85042 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85042, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85042, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Paideia Virtual Academy
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1535 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Rank: #22.
Paideia Liberal Arts Academy
Charter School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1535 E Baseline Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3043
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3043
Grades: 7-12
| 238 students
Rank: #33.
Desert Marigold School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
6210 S 28th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-6909
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-6909
Grades: K-12
| 284 students
Rank: #44.
Cloves C Campbell Sr Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2624 E South Mountain Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3170
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3170
Grades: PK-8
| 444 students
Rank: #55.
Nevitt Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4525 E Saint Anne Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 431-6640
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 431-6640
Grades: PK-5
| 648 students
Rank: #66.
The Paideia Academy Of South Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7777 S 15th Ter
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 343-3040
Grades: K-12
| 618 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Hope College And Career Readiness Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6401 S 16th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 875-5265
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 875-5265
Grades: 9-12
| 83 students
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Kaizen Education Foundation Dba Quest High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
217 E Olympic Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-8496
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-8496
Grades: 9-12
| 81 students
Rank: #99.
John F Kennedy Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6825 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4220
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4220
Grades: PK-4
| 364 students
Rank: #1010.
T G Barr School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 14%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2041 E Vineyard Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4950
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4950
Grades: PK-8
| 386 students
Rank: #1111.
C O Greenfield School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7009 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4240
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4240
Grades: K-8
| 476 students
Rank: #1212.
Maxine O Bush Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
602 E Siesta Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4260
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4260
Grades: PK-8
| 273 students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
Iamrsdonline Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6000 S 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3180
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 304-3180
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Rank: #13 - 1413. - 14.
South Pointe High School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8325 S Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-0600
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-0600
Grades: 9-12
| 597 students
Rank: #1515.
Amy L. Houston Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7139 S 10th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4230
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 232-4230
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
85042, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Homebound Elementary School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
6000 S 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-2605
Phoenix, AZ 85042
(602) 243-2605
Grades: PK-8
| 93 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85042, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85042, AZ include Paideia Virtual Academy, Paideia Liberal Arts Academy and Desert Marigold School.
How many public schools are located in 85042?
15 public schools are located in 85042.
What percentage of students in 85042 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 85042 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85042?
85042 public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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