For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 709 students in 85268, AZ.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ are Fountain Hills Virtual Academy, Fountain Hills Middle School and Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 85268 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Arizona public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in 85268, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary school average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85268, AZ Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fountain Hills Virtual Academy
(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
| 54 students
Rank: #22.
Fountain Hills Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
16000 E Palisades Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5420
Grades: 4-8
| 237 students
Rank: #33.
Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
15414 N Mcdowell Mountain Rd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5210
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
(480) 664-5210
Grades: PK-5
| 418 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 elementary schools in 85268, AZ?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 85268, AZ include Fountain Hills Virtual Academy, Fountain Hills Middle School and Mcdowell Mountain Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 85268?
3 public elementary schools are located in 85268.
What is the racial composition of students in 85268?
85268 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public elementary schools average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
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