Top 5 Best 85255 Arizona Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,974 students in 85255, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 124 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85255, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
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 31%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 39% 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85255, AZ Public Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Canyon Elementary School
Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
10203 E Mcdowell Mountain Ranc
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1700
Grades: PK-5
| 477 students
Rank: #22.
Grayhawk Elementary School
Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7525 E Grayhawk Dr
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(602) 449-6600
Grades: PK-6
| 334 students
Rank: #33.
Copper Ridge School
Math: 61% | Reading: 66%
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
10101 E Thompson Peak Pkwy
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1400
Grades: PK-8
| 605 students
Rank: #44.
Desert Canyon Middle School
Math: 57% | Reading: 59%
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10203 E Mcdowell Mtn Ranch Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 485 students
Rank: n/an/a
Online School Of Arizona
Charter School
7320 E Broadway Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(623) 688-3276
Grades: 9-12
| 73 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85255 Arizona

85255, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
33401 N. 56th Street
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 575-6001
Grades: 6-8
| 2 students
10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-1500
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
(480) 484-6100
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students

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, AZ?
5 public schools are located in 85255, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85255, AZ go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85255, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85255, AZ?
85255, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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