For the 2024 school year, there are 12 public elementary schools serving 5,416 students in 85008, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85008, AZ are David Crockett Elementary School, Sonoran Science - Phoenix and Wilson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85008 have an average math proficiency score of 7% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 16% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85008, AZ have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85008, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
David Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6600
Grades: K-5
| 534 students
Rank: #22.
Sonoran Science - Phoenix
Charter School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4837 E Mcdowell Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-9855
Grades: K-12
| 383 students
Rank: #33.
Wilson Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2929 E Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2400
Grades: 4-8
| 567 students
Rank: #44.
Brunson-lee Elementary School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1350 N 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6900
Grades: K-5
| 444 students
Rank: #55.
Wilson Primary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
415 N 30th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 683-2500
Grades: PK-3
| 501 students
Rank: #66.
Griffith Elementary School
(Math: 6% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4505 E Palm Ln
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6700
Grades: K-5
| 487 students
Rank: #77.
Pat Tillman Middle School
(Math: 5% | Reading: 15%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4309 E Belleview Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6500
Grades: 6-8
| 713 students
Rank: #88.
Papago School
(Math: 7% | Reading: 11%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2013 N 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6100
Grades: PK-8
| 828 students
Rank: #99.
The Creighton Academy
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2802 E. Mcdowell Roaad
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-6060
Grades: PK-8
| 288 students
Rank: #1010.
Gateway School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 8%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1100 N 35th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 381-4665
Grades: PK-8
| 594 students
Rank: n/an/a
4825 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6400
Grades: K-8
| 77 students
Rank: n/an/a
Nueva Vista School / Arizona State Hospital
Special Education School
2500 E Van Buren St # G1181
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 244-1331
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
85008, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Academy Of Excellence (Closed 2021)
Charter School
425 North 36th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 389-4271
Grades: K-8
| 83 students
Create Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
2645 N 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 710-1101
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 710-1101
Grades: K-6
| n/a students
5048 East Oak St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 629-6800
Grades: 7-8
| 472 students
Pinnacle Education Inc. - Day Star Academy (Closed 2009)
Charter School
2030 North 36th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(480) 755-8222
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Starshine Academy (Closed 2021)
Charter School
3535 East Mcdowell Road
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 957-9557
Grades: K-12
| 93 students
Vicki A. Romero High School (Closed 2013)
Charter School
3005 East Fillmore St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(602) 850-2600
Grades: 9-12
| 302 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 85008, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85008, AZ include David Crockett Elementary School, Sonoran Science - Phoenix and Wilson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85008, AZ?
12 public elementary schools are located in 85008, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85008, AZ?
85008, AZ public elementary schools minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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