For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 831 students in 85251, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85251, AZ are Champion San Tan and Champion Chandler. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85251 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 28% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85251, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85251, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Champion San Tan
Charter School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1846 E Bella Vista Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 765-2223
Gr: K-8 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Champion Chandler
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
222 South Mcqueen Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 664-3379
Gr: K-8 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
85251, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7303 East Earl Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(877) 202-0338
Gr: 7-12 | 1 student
4330 N 62nd St
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 484-7500
Gr: PK-8 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85251, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85251, AZ include Champion San Tan and Champion Chandler.
How many public middle schools are located in 85251?
2 public middle schools are located in 85251.
What is the racial composition of students in 85251?
85251 public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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