Top 5 Best 85306 Arizona Public High Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 2,599 students in 85306, AZ.
The top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ are Jefferson Preparatory High School, West-mec - Cactus High School and Sunflower School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 85306 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Arizona public high school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 40% (versus the 45% statewide average). High schools in 85306, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 85306 have a Graduation Rate of 65%, which is less than the Arizona average of 77%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Cactus High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Arizona or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85306, AZ Public High Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Preparatory High School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
16635 N 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 595-2990
Grades: 9-12
| 57 students
Rank: #22.
West-mec - Cactus High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 50-54% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: #33.
Sunflower School
Special Education School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
5490 W Paradise Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5050
Grades: PK-12
| 25 students
Rank: #44.
Desert Heights Charter School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5821 W Beverly Ln
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 896-2900
Grades: K-12
| 907 students
Rank: #55.
Hope High School Online
Alternative School
Magnet School
Charter School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
5651 W Talavi Blvd Ste 170
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 674-5555
Grades: 9-12
| 466 students
Rank: #66.
Cactus High School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
6330 W Greenway Rd
Glendale, AZ 85306
(623) 412-5000
Grades: 7-12
| 1,144 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85306 Arizona

85306, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
13806 North 51st Ave
Glendale, AZ 85306
(602) 564-7300
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ?
The top ranked public high schools in 85306, AZ include Jefferson Preparatory High School, West-mec - Cactus High School and Sunflower School.
How many public high schools are located in 85306?
6 public high schools are located in 85306.
What is the racial composition of students in 85306?
85306 public high schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public high schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).

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