For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,670 students in 85259, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ are Basis Scottsdale, Mission Montessori Academy and Mountainside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85259 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 71% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85259, AZ have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85259, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Basis Scottsdale
Charter School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10400 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 451-7500
Gr: 4-12 | 1,023 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Mission Montessori Academy
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | 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
Gr: K-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11256 N 128th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-5500
Gr: 6-8 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
85259, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
11130 E. Cholla
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
(480) 484-7700
Gr: PK-K
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85259, AZ include Basis Scottsdale, Mission Montessori Academy and Mountainside Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85259?
3 public middle schools are located in 85259.
What is the racial composition of students in 85259?
85259 public middle schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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