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 Diamond Canyon School, West-mec - Boulder Creek High School and Anthem 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 54% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 39% 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.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 71%)
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: #22.
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: #33.
Anthem School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 472 students
Rank: #44.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Grades: PK-8
| 638 students
Rank: #55.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Grades: PK-8
| 620 students
Rank: #66.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 53%)
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.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35812 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 465-4910
Grades: K-8
| 199 students
Rank: #88.
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
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
Rank: #99.
Boulder Creek High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Grades: 7-12
| 2,456 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 Diamond Canyon School, West-mec - Boulder Creek High School and Anthem 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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