For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,866 students in 85255, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 85255 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85255, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85255, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
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 | 470 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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 | 380 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 | 588 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
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 | 428 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
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 elementary schools in 85255, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85255, AZ include Desert Canyon Elementary School, Grayhawk Elementary School and Copper Ridge School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85255?
4 public elementary schools are located in 85255.
What is the racial composition of students in 85255?
85255 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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