For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,191 students in 85086, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85086, AZ are Stepping Stones Academy, Diamond Canyon School and West-mec - Boulder Creek High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35812 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Grades: K-8
| 199 students
Rank: #22.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40004 N Liberty Bell Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8000
Grades: PK-8
| 866 students
Rank: #33.
West-mec - Boulder Creek High School
Vocational School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 69% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: #44.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Grades: PK-8
| 620 students
Rank: #55.
Anthem School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 472 students
Rank: #66.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Grades: PK-8
| 470 students
Rank: #77.
Boulder Creek High School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Grades: 7-12
| 2,456 students
Rank: #88.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Grades: PK-8
| 638 students
Rank: #99.
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Grades: K-12
| 468 students
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Westwind Prep At Anthem (Closed 2013)
Charter School
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Grades: 9-10
| 41 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85086, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85086, AZ include Stepping Stones Academy, Diamond Canyon School and West-mec - Boulder Creek High School.
How many public schools are located in 85086, AZ?
9 public schools are located in 85086, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086, AZ?
85086, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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