For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 977 students in 85255, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85255, AZ are Copper Ridge School and Desert Canyon Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85255 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85255, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85255, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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%
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 middle schools in 85255, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85255, AZ include Copper Ridge School and Desert Canyon Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85255?
2 public middle schools are located in 85255.
What is the racial composition of students in 85255?
85255 public middle schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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