Best 85353 Arizona Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 8,178 students in 85353, AZ.
The top-ranked public high schools in 85353, AZ are University High School, Maricopa Institute Of Technology and West Point High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85353 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85353, AZ have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85353 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Arizona average of 78%.
The school with highest graduation rate is University High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85353, AZ Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University High School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
9419 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(623) 478-4380
Gr: 9-12 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Maricopa Institute Of Technology
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3900 S 55th Ave
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(602) 477-2780
Gr: 9-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #33.
West Point High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
11620 W Encanto Blvd
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(623) 474-8700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,782 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #44.
Tolleson Virtual High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9801 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(623) 478-4022
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #55.
Tolleson Union High School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9419 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(623) 478-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,648 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Sierra Linda High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
9801 W Van Buren St
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(623) 474-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,911 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85353 Arizona

85353, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
6140 E Thunderbird Rd
Tolleson, AZ 85353
(623) 474-2120
Gr: K-6

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 85353, AZ?
The top-ranked public high schools in 85353, AZ include University High School, Maricopa Institute Of Technology and West Point High School.
How many public high schools are located in 85353?
6 public high schools are located in 85353.
What is the racial composition of students in 85353?
85353 public high schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public high schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

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