For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 4,111 students in 85254, AZ.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85254, AZ are Sequoya Elementary School, Arizona Language Preparatory and Cocopah Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85254 have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85254, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85254, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sequoya Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11808 N 64th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-3200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 575 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Arizona Language Preparatory
Charter School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6140 E. Thunderbird Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 996-1595
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 996-1595
Gr: K-6 | 73 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Cocopah Middle School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
6615 E Cholla St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-4400
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(480) 484-4400
Gr: 6-8 | 861 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Desert Shadows Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5902 E Sweetwater Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6900
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6900
Gr: PK-6 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Copper Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17650 N 54th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-7200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-7200
Gr: PK-6 | 446 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #66.
Desert Shadows Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5858 E Sweetwater Ave
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6800
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6800
Gr: 5-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Liberty Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5125 E Marilyn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6200
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6200
Gr: PK-6 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #88.
Sunrise Middle School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4960 E Acoma Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
(602) 449-6100
Gr: 5-8 | 390 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 85254, AZ?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 85254, AZ include Sequoya Elementary School, Arizona Language Preparatory and Cocopah Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85254?
8 public elementary schools are located in 85254.
What is the racial composition of students in 85254?
85254 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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