For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 5,747 students in 85302, AZ (there are 3 private schools, serving 89 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 85302, AZ are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
The top ranked public schools in 85302, AZ are West-mec - Apollo High School, Apollo High School and West-mec Glendale Community College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85302 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85302, AZ have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85302, AZ Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Apollo High School
Vocational School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 51% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8045 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6300
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6300
Grades: 9-12
| 14 students
Rank: #22.
Apollo High School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8045 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6300
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6300
Grades: 9-12
| 2,228 students
Rank: #33.
West-mec Glendale Community College
Vocational School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6000 W Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 772-4234
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 772-4234
Grades: 9-12
| 2 students
Rank: #44.
Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10401 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 412-4775
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 412-4775
Grades: PK-8
| 590 students
Rank: #55.
Heritage School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5312 W Mountain View Rd
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 412-4525
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 412-4525
Grades: PK-8
| 493 students
Rank: #66.
Horizon School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8520 N 47th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 237-4010
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 237-4010
Grades: K-8
| 904 students
Rank: #77.
Sunset School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4626 W Mountain View Rd
Glendale, AZ 85302
(602) 347-3300
Glendale, AZ 85302
(602) 347-3300
Grades: PK-6
| 526 students
Rank: #88.
Ethos Academy- A Challenge Foundation Academy
Charter School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8840 N 43rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 249-3211
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 249-3211
Grades: K-8
| 350 students
Rank: #99.
Glendale American School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 18%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8530 N 55th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 237-4008
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 237-4008
Grades: PK-8
| 640 students
85302, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Alternative Campus (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4508 W Northern
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6000
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 435-6000
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Homeboundother Health Impaired High School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
4508 W Northern Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 842-1350
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 842-1350
Grades: 9-12
| 30 students
10260 N. 67th Ave.
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 572-0080
Glendale, AZ 85302
(623) 572-0080
Grades: K
| 30 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85302, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85302, AZ include West-mec - Apollo High School, Apollo High School and West-mec Glendale Community College.
How many public schools are located in 85302?
9 public schools are located in 85302.
What percentage of students in 85302 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 85302 are educated in public schools (compared to the AZ state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 85302?
85302 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Arizona public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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