For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,190 students in 85268, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85268, AZ are Fountain Hills Virtual Academy, Fountain Hills High School and Fountain Hills Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5000
Grades: K-12
| 37 students
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills High School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16100 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5512
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5512
Grades: 9-12
| 466 students
Rank: #33.
Fountain Hills Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
15414 N Mcdowell Mountain Rd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5414
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5414
Grades: 4-8
| 390 students
Rank: #44.
Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
14825 N Fayette Dr
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5200
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5200
Grades: PK-3
| 297 students
Rank: n/an/a
Evit - Fountain Hills Vocational Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
14605 N Del Cambre Ave
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 461-4000
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 461-4000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
85268, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15414 Mcdowell Mountain Road
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5400
Grades: 4-5
| 231 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85268, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85268, AZ include Fountain Hills Virtual Academy, Fountain Hills High School and Fountain Hills Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 85268?
5 public schools are located in 85268.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268?
85268 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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