For the 2026-27 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,069 students in 85044, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 406 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 85044, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85044, AZ are Basis Ahwatukee, Kyrene De La Colina School and Kyrene De Las Lomas School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85044 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85044, AZ have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85044, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Ahwatukee
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10210 S 50th Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Gr: 4-12 | 661 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Colina School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13612 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Gr: PK-5 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De Las Lomas School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11820 S Warner Elliot Loop
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De La Esperanza School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14841 S 41st Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #55.
Mountain Pointe High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4201 E Knox Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 759-8449
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 759-8449
Gr: 9-12 | 1,570 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Kyrene Centennial Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13808 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Gr: 4-8 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #77.
Evit - Mountain Pointe High School
Vocational School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4201 E Knox Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 461-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
85044, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3820 E. Ray Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Gr: K-7 | 60 students Minority enrollment: 45%
14647 S. 50th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Gr: K-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85044, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85044, AZ include Basis Ahwatukee, Kyrene De La Colina School and Kyrene De Las Lomas School.
How many public schools are located in 85044?
7 public schools are located in 85044.
What percentage of students in 85044 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 85044 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85044?
85044 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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