For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,202 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 94%).
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 47% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), 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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85044, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Ahwatukee
Charter School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10210 S 50th Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 659-2294
Grades: 4-12
| 668 students
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Colina School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
13612 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2600
Grades: PK-5
| 446 students
Rank: #33.
Kyrene De Las Lomas School
(Math: 43% | 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
Grades: PK-5
| 450 students
Rank: #44.
Mountain Pointe High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4201 E Knox Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 759-8449
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 759-8449
Grades: 9-12
| 1,639 students
Rank: #55.
Kyrene De La Esperanza School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14841 S 41st Pl
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-2800
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #66.
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
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #77.
Kyrene Centennial Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13808 S 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-6400
Grades: 5-8
| 570 students
85044, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
3820 E. Ray Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-2214
Grades: K-7
| 60 students
13612 South 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 541-1000
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
14647 S. 50th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Phoenix, AZ 85044
(480) 961-5370
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
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 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85044?
85044 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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