For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 724 students in 85043, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85043, AZ are South Ridge High School, Southwest Leadership Academy and Hope High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85043 have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85043, AZ have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85043 have a Graduation Rate of 64%, which is less than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is South Ridge High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85043, AZ Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Ridge High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1122 S 67th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 247-0106
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(623) 247-0106
Gr: 9-12 | 379 students Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #22.
Southwest Leadership Academy
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4301 W Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 265-2000
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 265-2000
Gr: 9-12 | 180 students Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #33.
Hope High School
Alternative School
Charter 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
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: n/an/a
Mit Stem2 Online High School
Charter School
3900 S 55th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(480) 206-9357
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(480) 206-9357
Gr: 9-12
85043, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4301 West Fillmore
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 455-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85043
(602) 455-6700
Gr: 4-8 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85043, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85043, AZ include South Ridge High School, Southwest Leadership Academy and Hope High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85043?
4 public high schools are located in 85043.
What is the racial composition of students in 85043?
85043 public high schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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