For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,055 students in 85259, AZ (there are 2 private schools, serving 269 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 85259, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Anasazi Elementary School and Mountainside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Arizona public school average of 31%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 39% statewide average). Schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Grades: 4-12
| 1,057 students
Rank: #22.
Anasazi Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12121 N 124th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7300
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 412 students
Rank: #33.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11256 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Grades: 6-8
| 532 students
Rank: #44.
Evit - Desert Mountain High School
Vocational School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12575 E. Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 0 students
Rank: #55.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12990 E Shea Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 860-4330
Grades: K-8
| 160 students
Rank: #66.
Desert Mountain High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12575 E. Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,894 students
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Basis Scottsdale Primary (Closed 2015)
Charter School
12440 E. Mountain View Rd.
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 289-2088
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85259, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Anasazi Elementary School and Mountainside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 85259, AZ?
6 public schools are located in 85259, AZ.
What percentage of students in 85259, AZ go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 85259, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85259, AZ?
85259, AZ public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
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