For the 2026-27 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 8,845 students in 85048, AZ (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,012 private students). 90% of all K-12 students in 85048, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85048, AZ are Kyrene Monte Vista School, Kyrene De La Sierra School and Desert Vista High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85048 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85048, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85048, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kyrene Monte Vista School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
15221 S Ray Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4400
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Kyrene De La Sierra School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1122 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Desert Vista High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
16440 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 706-7900
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 706-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 2,761 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Kyrene De Los Cerritos School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
14620 S Desert Foothills Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-2200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 395 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Kyrene De Los Lagos School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17001 S 34th Way
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3200
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #66.
Evit - Desert Vista High School
Vocational School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 65% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16440 S 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 461-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 461-4000
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #77.
Horizon Honors Elementary School
Charter School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16233 S 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3100
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3100
Gr: K-6 | 797 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #88.
Horizon Honors Secondary School
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
16233 S 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 659-3000
Gr: 7-12 | 678 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #99.
Kyrene Altadena Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14620 S. Desert Foothills Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-6000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-6000
Gr: 4-8 | 857 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #1010.
Keystone Montessori Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1025 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 460-7312
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 460-7312
Gr: 1-9 | 203 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #1111.
Kyrene De La Estrella Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2620 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1212.
Kyrene Akimel A-al Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2720 E Liberty Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5800
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-5800
Gr: 4-8 | 792 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1313.
Kyrene Del Milenio
(Math: 45% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4630 E Frye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4000
Phoenix, AZ 85048
(480) 541-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85048, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85048, AZ include Kyrene Monte Vista School, Kyrene De La Sierra School and Desert Vista High School.
How many public schools are located in 85048?
13 public schools are located in 85048.
What percentage of students in 85048 go to public school?
90% of all K-12 students in 85048 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85048?
85048 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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