For the 2024-25 school year, there are 15 public schools serving 5,386 students in 85043, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85043, AZ are Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit), Riverside Traditional School and South Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85043 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85043, 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 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85043, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit)
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3900 S 55th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 272-0006
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 272-0006
Grades: 7-8
| 57 students
Rank: #22.
Riverside Traditional School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1414 S 51st Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 272-1339
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 272-1339
Grades: PK-4
| 400 students
Rank: #33.
South Ridge High School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1122 S 67th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 247-0106
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 247-0106
Grades: 9-12
| 408 students
Rank: #44.
Sun Canyon School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8150 W Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2000
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #55.
Tuscano Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3850 S 79th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2300
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2300
Grades: PK-5
| 720 students
Rank: #66.
Fowler Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6707 W Van Buren St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2500
Grades: PK-5
| 407 students
Rank: #77.
Southwest Leadership Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4301 W Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 265-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 265-2000
Grades: 9-12
| 200 students
Rank: #88.
Western Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6250 W Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2100
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2100
Grades: PK-5
| 548 students
Rank: #99.
Kings Ridge School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3650 S 64th Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 477-8960
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 477-8960
Grades: 5-8
| 353 students
Rank: #1010.
Sunridge Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6244 W Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-4600
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 349 students
Rank: #1111.
Riverside Elementary School District (Resd) Stem2 Online School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1414 South 51st Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 477-8900
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 477-8900
Grades: K-8
| 12 students
Rank: #1212.
Santa Maria Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 9% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7250 W Lower Buckeye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-1100
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-1100
Grades: 6-8
| 622 students
Rank: #1313.
Fowler Elementary School District Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6250 W Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2400
Grades: K-8
| 91 students
Rank: #1414.
Hope High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7620 W Lower Buckeye Rd Ste 10
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 772-8013
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 772-8013
Grades: 9-12
| 141 students
Rank: #1515.
Western Valley Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6250 W Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 707-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 550 students
85043, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4301 West Fillmore
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 455-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 455-6700
Grades: 4-8
| 422 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85043, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85043, AZ include Maricopa Institute Of Technology (Mit), Riverside Traditional School and South Ridge High School.
How many public schools are located in 85043?
15 public schools are located in 85043.
What is the racial composition of students in 85043?
85043 public schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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