For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,883 students in 85255, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 128 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85255, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 85255, AZ are Desert Canyon Elementary School, Grayhawk Elementary School and Copper Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85255 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85255, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85255, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Canyon Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10203 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranc
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1700
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1700
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Grayhawk Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7525 E Grayhawk Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(602) 449-6600
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(602) 449-6600
Gr: PK-6 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #33.
Copper Ridge School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10101 E Thompson Peak Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1400
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1400
Gr: PK-8 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Desert Canyon Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10203 E Mcdowell Mtn Ranch Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-4600
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Online School Of Arizona
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7320 E Broadway Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(623) 688-3276
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(623) 688-3276
Gr: 9-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
85255, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
33401 N. 56th Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 575-6001
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 575-6001
Gr: 6-8 | 2 students
10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1500
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1500
Gr: PK-8
10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-6100
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-6100
Gr: PK-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85255, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85255, AZ include Desert Canyon Elementary School, Grayhawk Elementary School and Copper Ridge School.
How many public schools are located in 85255?
5 public schools are located in 85255.
What percentage of students in 85255 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85255 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85255?
85255 public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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