For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,294 students in 85224, AZ (there are 7 private schools, serving 1,042 private students). 86% of all K-12 students in 85224, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85224, AZ are Arizona College Prep Middle School, Evit - Arizona College Prep Erie Campus and Bright Beginnings School #1. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85224 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85224, AZ have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85224, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Arizona College Prep Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1150 W Erie St
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 883-5400
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 883-5400
Grades: 6-8
| 744 students
Rank: #22.
Evit - Arizona College Prep Erie Campus
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1150 W Erie St
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 461-4000
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Bright Beginnings School #1
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
400 N Andersen Blvd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 821-1404
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 821-1404
Grades: K-6
| 238 students
Rank: #44.
Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman
Magnet School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2600 W Knox Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-6900
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-6900
Grades: PK-6
| 642 students
Rank: #55.
Montessori Day Public Schools Chartered - Tempe
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79% )
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1700 W Warner Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 730-8886
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 730-8886
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Paragon Science Academy
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2975 W Linda Ln
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 814-1600
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 814-1600
Grades: K-12
| 548 students
Rank: #77.
Summit Academy
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1560 W Summit Pl
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-3500
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-3500
Grades: PK-8
| 1,227 students
Rank: #88.
Pomeroy Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1507 W Shawnee Dr
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-3700
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-3700
Grades: PK-6
| 609 students
Rank: #99.
Dobson Academy The - A Ball Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2207 N Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 855-6325
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 855-6325
Grades: K-8
| 427 students
Rank: #1010.
John M Andersen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1350 N Pennington Dr
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-6000
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-6000
Grades: PK-6
| 450 students
Rank: #1111.
Dr Howard K Conley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 S Arrowhead Dr
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-7000
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-7000
Grades: PK-6
| 681 students
Rank: #1212.
John M Andersen Jr High School
Magnet School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1255 N Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 883-5300
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 883-5300
Grades: 6-8
| 728 students
Rank: n/an/a
Jordan Center For Early Education
Magnet School
3320 N Carriage Ln
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-0000
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-0000
Grades: PK-K
| n/a students
85224, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Aim High Institute (Closed 2014)
Charter School
2716 North Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 559-9224
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 559-9224
Grades: K-9
| n/a students
Bright Beginnings Middle School (Closed 2015)
Charter School
2716 N. Dobson Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 634-8867
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 634-8867
Grades: 5-8
| 81 students
Chandler Academy Of Arts And Technology (Closed 2006)
Charter School
3400 N Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 899-6600
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 899-6600
Grades: K-6
| 18 students
Chandler Scholastic Academy (Closed 2013)
Charter School
2716 North Dobson Rd
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 782-1082
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 782-1082
Grades: K-6
| 78 students
Classical Kids Academy (Closed 2005)
Charter School
2015 N. Dobson Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 753-0000
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 753-0000
Grades: K-12
| 29 students
1150 West Erie St
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-7600
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 812-7600
Grades: PK-6
| 343 students
Evit - Hendrix Junior High School (Closed 2023)
Vocational School
1550 W. Summit Place
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-3300
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-3300
Grades: 9
| n/a students
1560 W Summit Pl.
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-0200
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-0200
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
1550 W Summit Place
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-0200
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 472-0200
Grades: 7-9
| n/a students
Tutor Time - Dobson Elementary School (Closed 2007)
Magnet School
Charter School
Charter School
2050 W. Ray Rd.
Chandler, AZ 85224
(602) 200-9800
Chandler, AZ 85224
(602) 200-9800
Grades: K
| 24 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85224, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85224, AZ include Arizona College Prep Middle School, Evit - Arizona College Prep Erie Campus and Bright Beginnings School #1.
How many public schools are located in 85224?
13 public schools are located in 85224.
What percentage of students in 85224 go to public school?
86% of all K-12 students in 85224 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85224?
85224 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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