For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,758 students in 85250, AZ (there are 1 private school, serving 91 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 85250, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85250, AZ are Evit - Saguaro High School, Pueblo Elementary School and Saguaro High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85250 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85250, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85250, AZ Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evit - Saguaro High School
Vocational School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 70-74% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6250 N 82nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-7100
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-7100
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Pueblo Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6320 N 82nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-3100
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-3100
Gr: PK-6 | 454 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Saguaro High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6250 N 82nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-7100
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-7100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,300 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Mohave Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8490 E Jackrabbit Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-5200
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 484-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Noah Webster Schools-pima
Charter School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5399 N Pima Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 291-6900
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(480) 291-6900
Gr: K-8 | 251 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: n/an/a
Albert Einstein Academy
Charter School
8250 E Rose Ln
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(602) 721-6610
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
(602) 721-6610
Gr: K-9
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85250, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85250, AZ include Evit - Saguaro High School, Pueblo Elementary School and Saguaro High School.
How many public schools are located in 85250?
6 public schools are located in 85250.
What percentage of students in 85250 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 85250 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85250?
85250 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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