For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public middle schools serving 5,135 students in 85086, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85086, AZ are Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Stepping Stones Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85086 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85086, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85086, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Diamond Canyon School
(Math: 64% | 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
Gr: PK-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Gavilan Peak School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2701 W Memorial Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7400
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
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 | 221 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Anthem School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
41020 N Freedom Way
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 376-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #55.
Sunset Ridge School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35707 N 33rd Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-7800
Gr: PK-8 | 563 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #66.
Desert Mountain School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
35959 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-3500
Gr: PK-8 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #77.
Boulder Creek High School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
40404 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 445-8600
Gr: 7-12 | 2,221 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #88.
Amcs At Anthem Dba Caurus Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
41900 N 42nd Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 551-5083
Gr: K-12 | 79 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Ridgeline Academy
Vocational School
39808 N Gavilan Peak Pkwy
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 223-1335
Phoenix, AZ 85086
(623) 223-1335
Gr: 7-12
85086, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
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 middle schools in 85086, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85086, AZ include Diamond Canyon School, Gavilan Peak School and Stepping Stones Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 85086?
9 public middle schools are located in 85086.
What is the racial composition of students in 85086?
85086 public middle schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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