For the 2024-25 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 5,211 students in 85304, AZ.
The top ranked public schools in 85304, AZ are West-mec - Ironwood High School, Copperwood School and Desert Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 85304 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Arizona public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in 85304, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85304, AZ Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West-mec - Ironwood High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 52% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6051 W Sweetwater Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6400
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6400
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Rank: #22.
Copperwood School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
11232 N 65th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4650
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4650
Grades: PK-8
| 672 students
Rank: #33.
Desert Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12901 N 63rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4750
Grades: PK-8
| 494 students
Rank: #44.
Sweetwater School
Magnet School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4602 W Sweetwater Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-6500
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-6500
Grades: K-8
| 428 students
Rank: #55.
Ironwood High School
Magnet School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6051 W Sweetwater Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6400
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6400
Grades: 7-12
| 1,922 students
Rank: #66.
Marshall Ranch Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12995 N Marshall Ranch Dr
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6450
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 486-6450
Grades: PK-8
| 700 students
Rank: #77.
Arroyo Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4535 W Cholla St
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-5100
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 896-5100
Grades: K-8
| 517 students
Rank: #88.
Desert Palms Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11441 N 55th Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4600
Glendale, AZ 85304
(623) 412-4600
Grades: PK-8
| 477 students
85304, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
10620 N. 43rd Ave
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 978-0011
Glendale, AZ 85304
(602) 978-0011
Grades: K-6
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 85304, AZ?
The top ranked public schools in 85304, AZ include West-mec - Ironwood High School, Copperwood School and Desert Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 85304?
8 public schools are located in 85304.
What is the racial composition of students in 85304?
85304 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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