For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 9,332 students in 85388, AZ.
The top-ranked public schools in 85388, AZ are Canyon Ridge School, West-mec - Shadow Ridge High School and Paradise Honors High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85388 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Arizona public school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85388, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85388, AZ Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Ridge School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17359 W Surprise Farms Loop N
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8450
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8450
Gr: PK-8 | 1,042 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Shadow Ridge High School
Vocational School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10909 N Perryville Rd
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-5100
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-5100
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Paradise Honors High School
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12775 N 175th Ave
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 455-7400
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 455-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,028 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
West-mec - Willow Canyon High School
Vocational School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17901 W Lundberg St
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8000
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8000
Gr: 9-12 | 1 student
Rank: #55.
Willow Canyon High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17901 W Lundberg St
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8000
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8000
Gr: 7-12 | 1,901 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #66.
Shadow Ridge High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10909 N Perryville Rd
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-5100
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-5100
Gr: 7-12 | 2,212 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #77.
Cimarron Springs Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
17032 W Surprise Farms Loop S
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8600
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8600
Gr: PK-8 | 810 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Sunset Hills Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17825 W Sierra Montana Loop
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8700
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8700
Gr: PK-8 | 877 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Western Peaks Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 48% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18063 W Surprise Farms Loop S
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8750
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 523-8750
Gr: PK-8 | 763 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Paradise Honors Middle School
Charter School
12805 N 175th Dr
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 455-7430
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 455-7430
Gr: 6-8 | 696 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
West-mec Paradise Honors
Vocational School
12775 N 175th Ave
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 738-0012
Surprise, AZ 85388
(623) 738-0012
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 85388, AZ?
The top-ranked public schools in 85388, AZ include Canyon Ridge School, West-mec - Shadow Ridge High School and Paradise Honors High School.
How many public schools are located in 85388?
11 public schools are located in 85388.
What is the racial composition of students in 85388?
85388 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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