For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public charter school serving 219 students in 85086, AZ.
The top-ranked public charter school in 85086, AZ is Stepping Stones Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter school in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 77% (versus the Arizona public charter school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 47% statewide average). Charter schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Stepping Stones Academy
Charter School
(Math: 75-79% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 219 students Minority enrollment: 16%
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy (Closed 2024)
Charter School
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Gr: K-12 | 214 students Minority enrollment: 31%
42302 North Vision Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(602) 864-1211
Gr: 9-10 | 41 students Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 85086, AZ?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 85086, AZ include Stepping Stones Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 85086?
1 public charter schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public charter schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public charter schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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